Kettle-Chip Nachos
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on Apr 24, 2020
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It’s hard to improve on classic nachos, but by swapping in kettle potato chips and no-cook toppings this kettle-chip nacho bar is next level!
I once ordered kettle-chip nachos at a Southern barbecue restaurant and thought that was a very unique idea. I couldn’t wait to give it a try at home.
For those of you who know me, know I’m obsessed with ooey-gooey cheesy nachos. I love hosting parties and setting out a nacho bar. This nacho bar is a little different, and to be honest a lot easier. It’s a cold nacho bar, similar to a salsa bar, with no need to bake these nachos.
I chose ingredients that are terrific cold making this nacho bar the perfect idea for an indoor or outdoor Cinco de Mayo fiesta.
Instead of using traditional corn tortilla chips, I stocked the bar with kettle potato chips: Avocado Oil Chili Lime, Avocado Oil Tropical Salsa, Chile Verde, and Jalapeño (which is my favorite with crema Mexicana or sour cream.)
Kettle-chip nacho toppings
The next step to the nacho bar is the toppings. I made some of my favorite salsas:
Next, I set out traditional and unique ingredients, including:
- shredded rotisserie chicken
- homemade guacamole
- crumbled queso fresco
- crema Mexicana
- sliced radishes
- pomegranate seeds
- green onions
- sliced jalapeños
- cilantro
- lime wedges
The best thing about a nacho bar is enjoying it – No need to be stuck cooking in the kitchen. Once the nacho bar is set up you can grab a cerveza or a prickly pear margarita, sit back, relax, and grub.
If you haven’t tried kettle chips, you have got to try them, they are so delicious.
Don’t forget the decor – these Mexican paper flowers are the perfect backdrop. Hope you are inspired to set up a nacho bar and celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style.
If you like these kettle chip nachos, you might also like:
Will you be celebrating Cinco de Mayo? I’d love to hear your plans in the comments below.
Kettle-Chip Nachos
Ingredients
Kettle Brand Fiesta Pack:
- Avocado Oil Chili Lime
- Avocado Oil Tropical Salsa
- Chile Verde
- Jalapeño
Toppings:
- Pico de gallo
- Mango and avocado salsa
- Strawberry pico de gallo
- Shredded rotisserie chicken
- Homemade guacamole
- Crumbled queso fresco
- Crema Mexicana
- Sliced radishes
- Pomegranate seeds
- Green onions
- Sliced jalapeños
- Cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Place a layer of chips on a plate.
- Have fun layering with various toppings.
Notes
- Nutrition facts based on 1 serving = 1 cup chips, 2 tbsps guacamole, 1/2 cup pico de gallo, 1 tbsp queso, 2 tsp jalapenos, and 1/2 cup chicken.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Originally published: May 2017.
Photography by Jenna Sparks / Small talavera plates by Zinnia Folk Arts
I love this recipe because Kettle Brand Jalapeno potato chips are my favorite. However, your website has so many ads that reading it is practically impossible.
Everything looks so yummy and so beautiful. The decor makes everything look so Cinco de Mayo. Love it.