BBQ Chicken Grilled Pineapple Nachos (Print Version)
Sweet pineapple, BBQ chicken, and melty cheese baked over tortilla chips for a flavor-packed dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/2 pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil, for grilling
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1 (14 ounce) bag tortilla chips
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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or sliced
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1/2 cup barbecue sauce
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1/2 cup red onion, sliced or diced
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1/2 cup candied jalapeños
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2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
→ Optional Toppings
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Cooked bacon, crumbled
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Chopped fresh cilantro
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Pickled or fresh jalapeños
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Teriyaki grilled pineapple salsa
# Steps:
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Preheat a grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Grill pineapple slices for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly charred. Remove from grill and chop into bite-sized pieces.
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Set oven temperature to 350°F (180°C). Maintain heat for even baking.
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In a bowl, combine shredded or sliced cooked chicken with barbecue sauce. Toss until chicken is evenly coated.
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Arrange tortilla chips in a single layer on a large oven-safe baking dish or sheet pan.
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Distribute grilled pineapple, barbecue chicken, red onion, candied jalapeños, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the chips. Bake for 5–10 minutes, or until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
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Remove from oven. Add desired toppings such as crumbled bacon, fresh cilantro, and additional jalapeños. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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Monitor grilling pineapple closely to achieve caramelization without over-charring. For even cheese melting, distribute toppings uniformly over the chips.