Easy Chicken Nachos Recipe (With Guacamole & Sour Cream)

These easy chicken nachos are the kind of crowd-pleasing meal that works just as well for a relaxed family dinner as it does for game night or casual entertaining. Loaded with spicy peri-peri chicken, melted mozzarella, fresh salsa, creamy guacamole, and cool sour cream, they’re bold, comforting, and incredibly satisfying.

What makes this recipe especially great is how quickly it comes together using simple ingredients, while still delivering big flavour and texture in every bite. Whether you serve them straight from the tray or dress them up with extra toppings, these chicken nachos are guaranteed to disappear fast.

Serves 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 packet tortilla chips
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
• 2 cooked chicken breasts
• ½ cup medium peri-peri sauce
• 1 small onion
• 1 ripe tomato
• A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of ½ a lemon

The base ingredients create a balance of crunch, spice, freshness, and creaminess. Using cooked chicken keeps the prep quick, while the peri-peri sauce adds heat and depth.

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 avocado
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 small clove garlic, grated
• 1 small red chili, finely sliced
• ¼ cup sour cream (extra for serving)

Instructions

1. Tear or cut the cooked chicken breasts into pieces and sauté in a pan with the peri-peri sauce.
2. Chop the onion and tomato into small cubes and mix with the lemon juice, olive oil, chili, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside (this forms the salsa).
3. Mash the avocado in a bowl with a fork. Mix in the sour cream, grated garlic, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the guacamole.
4. Spread the tortilla chips on a baking tray.

5. Spoon the peri-peri chicken over the chips, then add the salsa, and top with the mozzarella cheese.
6. Roast in the oven for 3–4 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
7. Spoon the extra salsa and guacamole on top and serve with the additional sour cream.
8. Garnish with extra fresh cilantro.

Tips

• Spread the tortilla chips in a single layer to ensure even topping distribution and prevent soggy spots.
• Mozzarella gives a mild, stretchy melt, but you can mix it with cheddar for a sharper flavour.
• Adjust the peri-peri sauce to taste — mild for family-friendly nachos or hot if you like extra heat.
• For extra crunch, serve the salsa and guacamole on the side instead of layering them before baking.
• Leftover rotisserie chicken works perfectly and saves even more time.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these chicken nachos straight from the baking tray for a relaxed, shareable meal, or portion them onto plates and add extra dollops of sour cream and guacamole on top. They pair well with a crisp green salad, grilled corn, or a simple tomato and cucumber side.

For drinks, a cold lager, sparkling water with lime, or a light white wine complements the spice and richness nicely. Finish with extra fresh cilantro and sliced chili if you want to add colour and heat at the table.

If you enjoyed this recipe, you might also like browsing some of the other easy, family-friendly meals on Everyday Family Meals for more quick dinner inspiration.

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