Cheesy BBQ Chicken Zucchini Nachos (Recipe for Printing)
This summer-inspired dish features grilled zucchini topped with BBQ chicken, melty cheese, black beans, and corn. Serve for a weekend gathering or barbecue side. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
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3 medium to large zucchinis
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1 large tomato, diced (optional)
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1 ear grilled corn or 1 cup frozen grilled corn, thawed
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1 tablespoon red onion, minced
→ Proteins
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12 ounces cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or grilled)
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1 can black beans, drained
→ Cheeses
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3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
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1/3 cup bleu cheese crumbles
→ Condiments and Oils
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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1/2 cup barbecue sauce, plus extra for drizzling
→ Seasonings
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
→ Optional Garnishes
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Diced avocado
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Chopped green onion
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Chopped lettuce
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Bleu cheese dressing
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Chopped cilantro
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 425°F and heat a grill to medium-high.
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Rinse and dry zucchinis. Slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place slices in a medium bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic salt.
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Arrange zucchini slices on the grill. Grill for about 3 minutes per side until grill marks appear. Remove and arrange on a baking sheet.
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In a separate bowl, combine shredded chicken and barbecue sauce. Mix until evenly coated.
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Top grilled zucchini rounds with shredded cheese, then distribute the barbecue chicken, bleu cheese crumbles, black beans, diced tomato, and grilled corn evenly.
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Bake in preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes or until cheese is fully melted. Broil for 1 minute at the end for a bubbly cheese topping, if desired.
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Remove from oven and drizzle with extra barbecue sauce and bleu cheese dressing. Finish with a sprinkle of diced tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, or any preferred toppings such as avocado, green onions, or chopped lettuce.
# Extra Tips:
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For extra flavor, use rotisserie chicken or freshly grilled chicken. Customize toppings to your liking.