Awesome Chicken Nachos Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 tbsp olive oil
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into 3-inch strips
4 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 cups chicken stock
4 tsp fresh squeezed lime juice
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 (4 oz) can chopped green chilies, drained
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
8 -10 cups corn tortillas
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1/4 cup green onion, finely sliced
3/4 cup sour cream , for garnishing
1/2 cup sliced pickled jalapeno pepper , for garnishing
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves , for garnishing
pico de gallo , for serving, recipe follows

Directions:

For Chicken:.
Set a wide-mouthed 3-quart saucepan with lid over medium-high heat and add the oil to the pan. Season the chicken pieces with the chili powder and salt and toss the evenly coat. Add the chicken to the pan and sear for 3 minutes per side. Add the onions to the pan and saute for another 3 minutes. Add the garlic to the pan and saute for 1 minute. Pour the chicken stock over the chicken and bring to a boil. Reduce to a low heat and cover. Continue to cook the chicken until very tender, about 1 hour, stir the chicken to shred it and continue to cook, covered, for another 30 minutes. Once the chicken is cooked, stir and mash to shred the chicken meat and add the lime juice to the chicken. Set aside as you prepare the nachos.
For Nachos:.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat and whisk in the flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes. Do not allow the flour to color. While whisking constantly, add the milk in a steady stream. Add the green chiles and bring the sauce to a boil. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and bubbly. Add the Cheddar, salt, and cayenne pepper and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Cover and remove from the heat.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
In a large, ovenproof shallow casserole or on a large baking sheet, spread half of the tortilla chips in an even layer. Top with half of the chicken, and half of the Monterey Jack cheese. Top with the remaining tortilla chips and chicken. Pour the hot cheese sauce over the chicken, then evenly spread the remaining grated Monterey Jack over the top. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the nachos are heated through, 8 to 10 minutes. Garnish with the sliced green onions, sour cream, pickled jalapenos and cilantro. Serve with some pico de gallo or your favorite fresh salsa.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	1645.21 Kcal (6888 kJ)
Calories from fat	626.71 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	69.63g	107%
Cholesterol	234.05mg	78%
Sodium	2095.29mg	87%
Potassium	1572.61mg	33%
Total Carbs	181.59g	61%
Sugars	12.46g	50%
Dietary Fiber	23.28g	93%
Protein	87.45g	175%
Vitamin C	25.3mg	42%
Vitamin A	1.7mg	56%
Iron	4mg	22%
Calcium	1319.6mg	132%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	175.45 Kcal (735 kJ)
Calories from fat	66.84 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.43g	107%
Cholesterol	24.96mg	78%
Sodium	223.45mg	87%
Potassium	167.71mg	33%
Total Carbs	19.37g	61%
Sugars	1.33g	50%
Dietary Fiber	2.48g	93%
Protein	9.33g	175%
Vitamin C	2.7mg	42%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	56%
Iron	0.4mg	22%
Calcium	140.7mg	132%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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