Nachos: Creamy Chicken and Jalapeno Nachos

posted by Linda in MO 06-13-102 11:18 AM

* Exported from MasterCook *
Creamy Chicken and Jalapeno Nachos
Recipe By : posted by lindrusso at the CL board
Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Hot Appetizer
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 whole boned and skinned chicken breast -- poached and diced
1 tsp. ground cumin
12 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese -- at room temperature
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 cloves garlic -- minced
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
2 jalapeno peppers -- seeded and minced
3 tablespoons chopped onion
6 medium pitas -- each separated into two rounds


Preheat oven to 350º.

Combine, cream cheese, jalapeno, onion, garlic, cumin and chili powder in a food processor (or mixer). Fold in chicken and cheese. Spread each pita round with a generous amount of filling. Place on cookie sheets and bake until puffed and bubbling, about 5 to 7 minutes. Cut into wedges.

This recipe freezes well - cut uncooked rounds into wedges, place on a baking sheet, freeze and store uncooked in the freezer until ready to use. Reheat at 350º until puffed and bubbling.

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