Zucchini Nachos
Zucchini Nachos swap crisp, oven-baked zucchini rounds for chips and layer them with spiced ground chicken and melted Cheddar for a lighter take on the game‑day favorite. Each bite balances savory seasoning with fresh toppings like pico de gallo, jalapeño heat, and cool sour cream. Serve hot for snacks, casual dinners, or parties when you want bold nacho flavor without the heaviness.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds with a mandoline slicer. Put the slices in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat. Let them drain for 30 minutes. Transfer the slices to a clean kitchen towel and pat them dry.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chicken and cook, breaking it into small crumbles, until lightly browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and discard any accumulated liquid.
- 4
Return the skillet to low heat and stir in the chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Keep warm.
- 5
Arrange the zucchini slices on the prepared baking pan in a single layer.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
- 7
Remove the zucchini from the oven and top with the chicken mixture and shredded Cheddar cheese. Return to the hot oven and bake until the cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes more.
- 8
Top the nachos with dollops of sour cream, pico de gallo, jalapeno, and green onions. Serve immediately.
- Calories 445.09 kcal High
- Protein 31.19 g Good Source
- Carbs 14.53 g Moderate
- Total Fat 29.43 g High
- Saturated Fat 14.99 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 130.22 mg High
- Sodium 551.16 mg High
- Fiber 1.98 g Low Source
- Sugar 3.16 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 479.85 mg Good Source
- Iron 1.49 mg Low Source
- Potassium 370.32 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 8.46 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 9.17 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.46 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Zucchini Nachos is a Tex Mex appetizer recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chili Powder, Dried Oregano, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 445.09 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Zucchini Nachos?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch or snack.
- What is Zucchini Nachos made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chili Powder, Dried Oregano, Garlic Powder, Green Onion. The full list of 16 is above.
- What goes well with Zucchini Nachos?
- Explore these Tex-Mex side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Zucchini Nachos?
- About 1 hr in total: 45 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 445.09 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Zucchini Nachos easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 16 ingredients and 8 steps.
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