This hearty plate of buffalo chicken nachos is really all about the homemade sauce. Make it from scratch with a masterful blend of spicy, salty and savory ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Toss on better-for-you vegan shredded cheese and drizzle on a dairy-free creamy ranch dressing for a fresh, satisfying and flavorful buffalo chicken experience. Tip: Start with a sturdy tortilla chip to avoid the dreaded soggy bite.
Buffalo Chicken Nachos (Dairy-Free)
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 568 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 organic chicken breasts
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- Sea salt
Buffalo sauce
- 1 Tbsp. hot sauce
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 2 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp. Redmond Real Salt
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 1 Tbsp. Primal Kitchen Ketchup
- 2 Tbsp. Bragg Liquid Aminos
- 1 tsp. mustard powder
- ¼ tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. paprika
- ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp. black pepper
- 1 Tbsp. Bob's Red Mill Tapioca Flour
Nachos
- 1 pkg. (10 oz.) tortilla chips
- 1 cup vegan shredded cheddar cheese
- Sprinkle Nutritional yeast
Toppings
- Drizzle Primal Kitchen Ranch Dressing
- Fresh cilantro chopped
- Green onions sliced
- Guacamole
- Lime wedges
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
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In baking dish, place chicken breasts, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake 15 minutes. Remove, set aside to cool and turn oven to 350 degrees F.
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In saucepan over medium heat, combine all ingredients for Buffalo sauce except tapioca flour. Whisking continually, bring to simmer. As soon as liquid bubbles, remove from heat and whisk in tapioca flour.
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Using fork, shred chicken and add to bowl with Buffalo sauce. Mix well.
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On sheet pan, scatter and arrange tortilla chips. Spread Buffalo chicken over chips. Sprinkle evenly with cheese and nutritional yeast. Bake in 350-degree oven 5-10 minutes until golden.
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To serve, top with drizzle of ranch dressing, fresh cilantro and green onions Add dollops of guacamole and lime wedges, if desired.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Buffalo Chicken Nachos (Dairy-Free)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 568
Calories from Fat 333
% Daily Value*
Fat 37g57%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Trans Fat 0.04g
Polyunsaturated Fat 9g
Monounsaturated Fat 14g
Cholesterol 26mg9%
Sodium 560mg23%
Potassium 431mg12%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 6g24%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 184IU4%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 79mg8%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.