SHREDDED CHICKEN NACHOS

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I love this recipe because not only does it make great nachos, but it also is great to make for tacos or tostadas with the leftovers. I didn't mash my beans (personal preference). This is a simple but terrific meal. Recipe courtesy of Pillsbury Christmas 2009.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 7h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning mix
15 ounces pinto beans, drained
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
4 1/2 ounces green chilies, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
10 ounces tortilla chips (restaurant style)
1 cup colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded
3/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup chunky salsa
4 medium green onions, sliced
1/4 cup ripe olives or 1/4 cup green olives, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into 12 wedges

Steps:

  • In a 3 1/2 quart to 4 quart slow cooker, place chicken thighs.
  • Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix.
  • Top with beans, tomatoes, chilies, and lime juice.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting for 7 to 8 hours.
  • Just before serving, place topping ingredients in individual serving dishes.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker and place on cutting board.
  • Mash beans with slow cooker.
  • Shred chicken with 2 forks and return to slow cooker to mix well.
  • To serve, have guests place tortilla chips on serving plates.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture onto chips.
  • Top nachos with desired toppings.
  • Chicken mixture can be held on low heat setting up to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.2, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 78.8, Sodium 340, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 23.3

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