If you’re craving a cheesy, comforting, and crowd-pleasing appetizer or meal, these Crockpot Creamy Chicken Nachos are your answer! This easy dump-and-go recipe is perfect for busy days, game nights, or casual get-togethers. Just toss everything into your slow cooker and let it do the work—no babysitting required.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Minimal Prep: Just a few minutes of chopping and opening cans—no complicated steps.
- Great for Crowds: Makes enough for a party, but can easily be scaled down.
- Ultra Creamy & Flavorful: Thanks to cream of chicken soup, cheese, and Rotel.
- Customizable: Top it off with your favorite nacho fixings!
Ingredients
- 2 cans (10 oz each) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (14 oz) Rotel (choose mild, original, or hot)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large chicken breasts, diced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 can (10 oz) black beans, drained (optional)
Optional Toppings:
- Minced cilantro
- Sour cream
- Sliced avocado
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced black olives
- Jalapeños
- Extra shredded cheese
Instructions
- Dump and Go:
Add all the ingredients to your slow cooker—cream of chicken soup, Rotel, shredded cheese, diced chicken, black beans (if using), salt, and pepper. - Cook:
- On low for 4–6 hours
- Or on high for 2–3 hours
Stir occasionally if possible to help everything melt and mix evenly.
- Serve:
Spoon the creamy chicken mixture over a bed of tortilla chips. Garnish with your favorite nacho toppings and dig in!
Alternate Version: Spicy Queso Chicken Nachos
Want a little kick? Try this variation:
Ingredients:
- ½ lb white American cheese, diced
- 2 Tbsp chopped green chiles
- 1 Tbsp pickled jalapeños, finely diced
- 1 Tbsp juice from pickled jalapeños
- ⅓ cup milk
- Dash of cumin
- 1 can Rotel
- 1 can black beans, drained (optional)
- 2 cups buffalo chicken, diced (added in last 30 minutes)
Instructions:
- Add everything (except buffalo chicken) to the crockpot and cook on low for 4–6 hours.
- Stir in the buffalo chicken for the last 30 minutes.
- Serve hot over chips and garnish as desired.
Tips & Tricks
- Make It Ahead: You can prep the mixture in the morning and have it ready by dinner.
- Leftovers: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
- Kid-Friendly: Use mild Rotel and skip the jalapeños if serving little ones.
Final Thoughts
These Crockpot Creamy Chicken Nachos are comfort food made easy. With only a handful of pantry ingredients and zero fuss, it’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again. Whether you go classic or spice things up with buffalo chicken and jalapeños, this dish is sure to satisfy any craving.