
Chicken Nachos with Refried Beans Recipe
Chicken nachos with refried beans provide basic recipes that can be modified to accommodate anything available through adaptable preparation methods and flexible base combinations. This fundamental recipe serves as foundation for creative variations while maintaining essential nacho characteristics. The adaptable nature accommodates ingredient availability and preferences.

This is a basic recipe for nachos with refried beans and chicken that can be modified to anything you have on hand, including leftovers!
Ingredients
1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
2 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup canned jalapeño pepper slices
12 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange tortilla chips on the prepared baking sheet. Spread refried beans over chips; layer on chicken and jalapeños. Top with Cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 6 minutes.
Cook’s Note
We have used different types of meat (taco meat, beef fajitas, crawfish, etc.) and they are all wonderful combinations.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
521 | Calories |
29g | Fat |
43g | Carbs |
24g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 521 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 29g | 37% |
Saturated Fat 11g | 56% |
Cholesterol 67mg | 22% |
Sodium 944mg | 41% |
Total Carbohydrate 43g | 16% |
Dietary Fiber 6g | 22% |
Total Sugars 1g | |
Protein 24g | 49% |
Vitamin C 5mg | 6% |
Calcium 422mg | 32% |
Iron 3mg | 16% |
Potassium 375mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.