BBQ Chicken and Grilled Pineapple Nachos
These BBQ chicken and grilled pineapple nachos are a bold, sweet and smoky appetizer loaded with juicy BBQ chicken, caramelized grilled pineapple, melted cheese, and crispy tortilla chips. Perfect for parties, game days, or quick dinners, this easy nacho recipe delivers irresistible flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1½ cups fresh pineapple sliced or chunks
- 1 large bag tortilla chips
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce
- 1½ cups shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño sliced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional: sour cream cilantro, green onions
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat.
- Toss shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until coated.
- Brush pineapple with olive oil and grill 2–3 minutes per side.
- Remove pineapple and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread tortilla chips on a baking sheet.
- Layer BBQ chicken over chips.
- Add grilled pineapple, onion, and jalapeños.
- Sprinkle cheese evenly on top.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly, then add toppings and serve.
Notes
- Grill the pineapple for the best sweet, caramelized flavor.
- Avoid overloading chips to keep them crispy.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- Assemble just before baking for best texture.