Buffalo Chicken Nachos are a delicious appetizer featuring tortilla chips smothered in a creamy, cheesy buffalo chicken sauce. This method of pouring the sauce over the chips is a game-changer and will be a hit with anyone who loves buffalo chicken!
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Cream Cheese: Let the cream cheese come to room temperature for easier melting.
- Buffalo Sauce: Homemade buffalo sauce is best, but store-bought works too. Just make sure it’s not hot sauce, which is different.
- Ranch Dressing: Homemade ranch dressing adds great flavor, but you can use store-bought. Blue cheese dressing is a good alternative.
- Sour Cream: Adds a rich, creamy texture and helps balance the heat. You can omit it if you don’t have any on hand.
- Cheese: Use both mild cheddar and mozzarella for the best flavor. If you prefer, you can use just one type of cheese.
- Rotisserie Chicken: Already cooked and convenient. Use the whole chicken or leftover shredded chicken.
- Chips: Your favorite tortilla chips work best for this recipe.
- Toppings: Blue cheese crumbles and green onions are great toppings, but you can offer them on the side for others to add as desired.
Are The Nachos Spicy?
These nachos have a mild heat, balanced by the cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch dressing. If you prefer more spice, add extra buffalo sauce.
Can I Make Buffalo Chicken Nachos Ahead Of Time?
Yes, you can prepare the sauce ahead of time. Let it cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat the sauce on the stovetop or in the microwave when ready to assemble the nachos.
How To Store Buffalo Chicken Nachos
Store leftover chips and buffalo chicken sauce separately. The sauce will last up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Reheat the sauce before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 block (8 ounces) cream cheese, room temperature
- ¾ cup (205 g) buffalo sauce
- ¾ cup (180 g) ranch dressing, plus more for topping
- ½ cup (115 g) sour cream
- 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 3 cups (420 g) rotisserie chicken, shredded, diced (about 1 whole chicken)
- 1 bag (11 ounces) tortilla chips
- ¼ cup (56 g) blue cheese crumbles
- 2 tablespoons green onion, chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce:
In a large skillet over medium-low heat, add cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and sour cream. Heat until the cream cheese is completely melted.
Add Cheeses:
Stir in the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted.
Add Chicken:
Mix in the chicken and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until heated through.
Assemble Nachos:
Arrange tortilla chips on a platter or baking sheet. Pour the buffalo chicken mixture over the chips.
Top and Serve:
Drizzle with extra ranch dressing, and sprinkle blue cheese crumbles and chopped green onions on top. Enjoy immediately!
Enjoy these Zesty Buffalo Chicken Nachos as a flavorful and satisfying appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering!
