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BBQ Chicken and Grilled Pineapple Nachos

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful combination of BBQ chicken and grilled pineapple served on crispy tortilla chips, topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese and garnished with red onion and candied jalapeños.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1/2 pineapple, peeled, cored and sliced
  • Oil for grilling
  • 1 (14 ounce) bag tortilla chips
  • 2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded or sliced
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 cup red onion, sliced or diced
  • 1/2 cup candied jalapeños
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the Pineapple: Lightly oil each slice of pineapple and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until charred.
  3. Assemble the Nachos: Spread tortilla chips in an oven-safe dish, and scatter grilled pineapple chunks over them.
  4. Combine Chicken and BBQ Sauce: Mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce and pile it on top of the nachos.
  5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle red onion and candied jalapeños over the chicken, then top with Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Bake: Transfer to a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) and bake for 5-10 minutes until cheese melts.
  7. Serve Hot: Remove from the oven and let everyone dig in while it’s still hot and bubbly.

Notes

For make-ahead tips, prep chicken and pineapple a day in advance. Use additional toppings like black beans or avocado for variety.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 840mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg