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When you think of the ultimate gameday appetizer, nachos have to be near the top of the list, right? Well, this crazy good buffalo chicken nachos recipe is the ultimate baked nachos appetizer recipe that you won't want to stop eating.

OMG. Honestly, what more can you say about this flavorful buffalo chicken nachos recipe? With just seven or eight ingredients (one is optional), you can throw together a crispy, crunchy, spicy, crave-worthy appetizer that you'll want to serve on every gameday (or any old day), in only about 30 minutes.

To make this buffalo chicken nachos recipe you will need to gather the following ingredients: tortilla chips, cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, cheese, fresh celery, fresh green onions, blue cheese and either ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing. 

Print out some copies of this ultimate baked nachos recipe if you serve it at your football party or tailgating event because there will be recipe requests. Enjoy some serious snacking!

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 15

Ingredients

• 13 - 15 ounces (1 bag) tortilla chips
• 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
• 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/3 cup chopped celery (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped green onion
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1/4 - 1/3 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing

Recipe Notes

• Try this recipe with shredded pulled pork or chopped fajita steak.

• Serve these nachos immediately so they stay crisp.

• If you don't have leftover chicken, cook a boneless chicken breast or boneless chicken thigh then shred. You could also use a rotisserie chicken.

Here's how to make it: 

1. Spread the tortilla chips out on a baking sheet pan. 
2. In a bowl, combine the chicken and buffalo sauce. Mix well to combine. 
3. Spread the chicken over the chips. Sprinkle with the cheese. Bake in a preheated 400-degree F oven for about 15 minutes.
4. Top with the celery, green onion and blue cheese. Drizzle with the salad dressing. Serve immediately.

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