Crockpot Chicken Nachos (Viral Pinterest Recipe)

Last Updated on May 21, 2025 by Allison Lancaster

Are you looking for an easy crockpot meal that makes a delicious dinner any night of the week? These Crockpot Chicken Nachos are the perfect supper plan when you’re craving Mexican food. This viral Pinterest recipe is beloved by thousands and is sure to make your family happy!

Slow cooker chicken nachos are one of my favorite recipes right now because they are so easy to make and delicious. They are something the entire family will love for an easy weeknight dinner!

Why You’ll Love Creamy Crockpot Chicken Nachos

Crockpot creamy chicken nachos is one of the first recipes that I shared here and it has stood the test of time. It’s still one of the most shared recipes to date and I know why- with only 7 ingredients, it’s easy on the wallet as well as a family favorite.

This budget-friendly chicken nachos recipe is one that will quickly become a family favorite recipe for years to come! The best part is you can toss the ingredients in the slow cooker and have dinner ready by the time you get home!

Some people wait until the fall to pull out their slow cooker, but I use mine year-round. With two little ones running around, it’s the only way we get dinner cooked some nights. I’ve had this Hamilton Beach Slow Cooker for YEARS and it’s still going strong. I cannot recommend it enough.

Not to mention it’s kid-friendly and great for leftovers for lunch the next day. Easily add your favorite toppings to suit your preferences!

Crockpot Chicken Nachos Ingredients & Substitutions:

Chicken: I’ve used boneless skinless chicken breasts for this recipe, but you could also use shredded chicken from boneless skinless chicken thighs if you’d prefer or if you have leftovers. Perdue chicken is great, but you can use your favorite brand of raw chicken.

Salsa: I love using Aldi’s brand of mild salsa for this recipe. Feel free to add a hot salsa to add a bit of spice to your nachos. Chili powder could also be added to the salsa mixture for a kick of heat. Pico de Gallo is another great option for this nacho recipe.

Taco seasoning: My favorite is the Aldi brand of low-sodium taco seasoning.

Low-Sodium Chicken Broth: you can also use regular chicken broth, but I have tested both regular and lower sodium types in this recipe and I personally think the lower sodium tastes better. 

Salsa Con Queso: Get the Taco Bell brand of Salsa Con Queso…just trust me on this. Honestly, any brand will work but I really like the flavor that the Taco Bell brand gives to these easy chicken nachos.

You can also substitute 3/4 cup of Velveeta if you don’t have Salsa Con Queso but if you do that you will want to add a bit more salsa into your mixture.

How To Make Crockpot Chicken Nachos

• Add chicken to the crockpot with broth and seasoning.
• Cover and cook on high.
• Add salsa and cook a bit more.
• Shred chicken breasts with forks
• Add the queso and more salsa.
• Top tortilla chips with mixture.
• Add shredded cheese if desired

Equipment You’ll Need

Slow Cooker: I have used this Hamilton Beach slow cooker for 5 years now and just ordered another one. I love it so much!

Tongs and Forks for shredding and serving

What to Serve with Chicken Nachos

There are so many possibilities when it comes to delicious toppings for your chicken nacho dish. You can keep it classic with just shredded cheese (cheddar cheese or anything else you’d prefer) and diced tomatoes, or get adventurous and add green onions, black olives, jalapeno peppers, black beans, pinto beans, a dollop of sour cream, or avocado.

Some people even take the leftovers and wrap them in tortillas to make slow cooker chicken tacos for the next day. Just drain the juices and you have a delicious make ahead lunch.

How To Store Crockpot Chicken Nachos

Store the mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

To reheat them, pop the cheesy chicken into the microwave or warm it on the stovetop.

Add the crockpot nachos mixture to the tortilla chips and you have a quick and easy way to feed your family when they get home from school, work or just need a delicious snack on the weekend.

You can make the chicken mixture ahead of time too, which makes it even easier to pull together at dinnertime!

Slow Cooker Chicken Nachos FAQ’s:

More Easy Chicken Recipes You’ll Love

• Leftover Chicken Fajita Casserole
• Slow Cooker Whole Chicken Recipe with Gravy
• Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
• Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sliders
• Quick and Easy-to-Prepare Rotisserie Chicken Salad Recipe

I hope you enjoy this easy and delicious recipe for Crockpot chicken nachos! If you try it, please come back and leave me a comment letting me know how you liked it. And if you have any questions, please feel free to ask! I love hearing from you!

Crockpot Chicken Nachos Recipe:

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Crockpot Chicken Nachos

Yield: 8 Servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes

Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes

Are you looking for an easy crockpot meal that makes a great dinner any night of the week? These Crockpot Chicken Nachos are the perfect supper plan when you’re craving Mexican food.

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Ingredients

• 2 Boneless Chicken Breasts
• 1 Cups of Salsa Mild, but you can use medium or hot, if you prefer
• 3 Tbsp taco seasoning
• 1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
• 1 Cup Salsa Con Queso
• 1/2 Bag Tortilla Chips
• 1 8 Oz. Bag of Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese

Instructions

1. Place chicken breasts in crockpot.
2. Add chicken broth.
3. Cover with taco seasoning.
4. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
5. Add half of salsa.
6. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
7. Shred chicken.
8. Add the remainder of the salsa.
9. Add salsa con queso.
10. Stir mixture together.
11. Cook on low for 30-45 minutes. If your mixture has too much liquid, cook on high in 10-minute increments, stirring occasionally until the texture is to your liking.
12. Place approximately 10-15 chips on a plate.
13. Add the chicken mixture on top of chips.
14. Add shredded cheese (any amount that you desire) to top of the nachos.
15. If you would like to melt the shredded cheese, you can place the nachos in the microwave for 30-35 seconds.

Notes

If you prefer to put all of the ingredients in the slow cooker and cook all day, you can. Just cook on low for 6-8 hours!

If your mixture turns out runny, simply drain off the excess juice or turn your slow cooker on high for 30-45 minutes.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 279Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 930mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 19g