THREE-CHEESE NACHOS

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I received the recipe for these tasty nachos from a co-worker a few years back. They're fun to serve as party appetizers or as the main course at a casual dinner with family. -Cari Hinz, Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) plus 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3 tablespoons chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon canned chopped jalapeno pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 package (14 ounces) pita bread (6 inches)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salsa, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, chilies, onion, garlic, jalapeno, cumin and chili powder until smooth. Stir in chicken and 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese. , Split each pita into two circles. Spread 1/4 cup of chicken mixture on each circle; place on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 400° for 5-10 minutes. Combine the cheddar cheese and remaining Monterey Jack; sprinkle over circles. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges and serve with salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.