Mediterranean Buffalo Chicken Nachos

These Mediterranean Buffalo Chicken Nachos have a crispy texture. We prepare these nachos with tortilla chips, tender buffalo chicken, melted mozzarella, feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and a creamy Greek yogurt drizzle. These nachos has approximately 485 calories and 25 g of net carbs. We make these nachos in about 25 minutes. These Mediterranean Buffalo Chicken Nachos are ideal for game nights, parties, family snacks, casual gatherings, lunch, or quick meals. You can prepare the chicken and yogurt sauce earlier, while the nachos are best assembled and baked just before eating. You can serve these nachos with Greek Salad, Cucumber Salad, Tomato Feta Salad, Tzatziki, or Hummus.

STATS:

• Course: Appetizer, Snack
• No. of Calories: 485 kcal
• Diet: Mediterranean
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
• Cook time: 10 minutes
• Portion size: About 2 cups
• Cooking mode: Oven
• Total servings: 6
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 25 minutes

TOOLS:

• Tray
• Baking paper
• Bowls
• Measuring spoons
• Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

BUFFALO CHICKEN NACHOS:

• 6 oz. tortilla chips
• 2 cups chicken
• ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella
• ½ cup feta
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes
• ⅓ cup cucumber
• ¼ cup Kalamata olives
• ¼ cup red onion
• Two tbsp. parsley
• Olive oil, one tbsp.
• One tsp. oregano
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp black pepper

GREEK YOGURT DRIZZLE:

• One tbsp. lemon juice
• One garlic clove
• 1 tbsp parsley
• 1 tbsp water
• ¼ tsp oregano
• Salt
• Greek yogurt, half a cup

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

TORTILLA CHIPS:

• We use sturdy tortilla chips to provide a crispy base for the nachos. As a low-carb choice, you might utilize keto tortilla chips.

CHICKEN:

• Cooked shredded chicken provides protein and a tender texture. We might utilize rotisserie or remaining grilled chicken.

BUFFALO SAUCE:

• Buffalo sauce gives the chicken a spicy, tangy flavor. You can reduce the amount for milder nachos or mix it with Greek yogurt.

MOZZARELLA:

• Mozzarella provides a smooth, melted cheese layer. Monterey Jack or provolone may be utilized as a further choice.

FETA:

• Feta adds a salty and tangy Mediterranean flavor. Goat cheese is a good alternative.

KALAMATA OLIVES:

• Kalamata olives add a rich, savory Mediterranean flavor. Green olives can be substituted.

GREEK YOGURT:

• Greek yogurt creates a creamy and refreshing drizzle. You can use strained plain yogurt or labneh.

LEMON JUICE:

• Lemon juice adds freshness and balances the spicy buffalo chicken. Lime juice can be used instead.

PARSLEY:

• Fresh parsley provides freshness and color. Fresh cilantro is another choice.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Stir the shredded chicken with black pepper, buffalo sauce, smoked paprika, and oregano.
2. Warm the oven to 200° Celsius.
3. Distribute the tortilla chips on a covered tray.
4. Spread the buffalo chicken on the chips.
5. Include the feta and mozzarella uniformly on the chicken.
6. Bake till the cheese melts, for about ten minutes.
7. Whisk the salt, Greek yogurt, oregano, lemon juice, water, garlic, and parsley.
8. Bring out the nachos from the oven.
9. Garnish with red onion, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and cucumber.
10. We drizzle the olive oil & Greek yogurt sauce.
11. Sprinkle the fresh parsley and serve quickly.

TIPS:

• Include fresh veggie after baking.
• Avoid baking the nachos for longer time.
• Serve these nachos quickly for a perfect texture.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

FRESH & MEDITERRANEAN:

• Greek Salad
• Cucumber Salad
• Tomato Feta Salad
• Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables
• Mediterranean Quinoa

DIPS & SAUCES:

• Tzatziki
• Hummus
• Baba Ganoush
• Whipped Feta
• Garlic Yogurt Dip

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the cooked buffalo chicken and Greek yogurt sauce in separate closed boxes and refrigerate for 4 days.

FREEZER:

• Store the cooked buffalo chicken for almost three months.

FAQs:

May we decrease the spiciness?

• Yes, you can decrease the buffalo sauce or stir it with Greek yogurt to get a milder flavor.

Could we prepare these nachos earlier?

• Yes, you can make the toppings, chicken, and yogurt sauce beforehand. You could assemble and bake the nachos just before eating.

Will we utilize other cheese?

• Yes, you may use a combination of cheeses, Monterey Jack, goat cheese, or provolone.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Proteins: 32 g

Caloric Content: 485 kcal

Net carbs: 25 g

Sodium: 920 mg

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 4 g

Fats: 25 g

Portion Size: About 2 cups

Total carbs: 28 g