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Asian Chicken Nachos


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  • Author: Cheyanne Holzworth
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Crispy wonton chips layered with flavorful Asian-spiced chicken, cheese, and veggies. Topped with a spicy peanut sauce for an unforgettable twist on nachos!


Ingredients

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  • Vegetable Oil or cooking spray
  • 6 oz (170 g) Small Wonton Wrappers - cut in half diagonally (about 24 wrappers*)
  • 1 Thai Red Chile - seeded if desired and finely diced
  • 4 Cloves Garlic - minced
  • 1 TBS Ginger - peeled and grated
  • 1 lbs (454 g) Ground Chicken can substitute pork or beef
  • 1 1/2 TBS Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 TBS Fish Sauce
  • 2 TBS Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tsp Granulated Sugar or Honey
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1 cups (237 ml) Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 1 cups (237 ml) Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
  • 1/4 Red Onion - thinly sliced
  • 1 Jalapeno - thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large rimmed baking sheets with aluminum foil.
  2. For the wonton chips:
  3. Divide the cut wontons between the baking sheets in a single layer. Brush with oil or cooking spray, and season with salt.
  4. Bake on the upper and middle shelves for 7-10 minutes, rotating halfway through, until golden brown.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool.
  6. Meanwhile, prepare the chicken:
  7. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  8. Add chile, garlic, and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  9. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook, breaking it up, until almost cooked through and starting to brown, 6-8 minutes.
  10. Add soy sauce, fish sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar; cook until the liquid is reduced and coats the chicken, 2-3 minutes.
  11. Transfer to a medium bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  12. Assemble the nachos:
  13. Spoon half the chicken mixture over chips on one baking sheet.
  14. Top with half of each cheese, red onions, and jalapenos.
  15. Top with another layer of chips and the remaining chicken, cheese, onions, and jalapenos.
  16. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 10 minutes.
  17. Garnish with desired toppings and drizzle with peanut sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wonton chips, bake them in two batches to prevent overcrowding on the baking sheet.
  • To reduce prep time, use pre-shredded cheese blends instead of shredding your own.
  • Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and used in other dishes like tacos or salads.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Oven-Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 100