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Chili Cheese Nachos

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients  

Nachos

  • 8-10 ounces tortilla chips
  • 1 cup chili
  • 1 cup queso or shredded cheese

Optional Toppings

  • 1 small tomato, diced
  • avocado, sliced
  • sour cream
  • green onion, diced
  • red onion, diced
  • jalapeno, sliced
  • cilantro, chopped

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Place one-half of the tortilla chips in a single layer on a cookie or baking sheet. Top with one-half of the chili and queso or shredded cheese.
  • Add a second layer of tortilla chips topped with remaining chili and queso or shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the oven for 4-6 minutes until the cheese is bubbly (shredded cheese should be melted).
  • Top with your favorite nacho toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

1. Use your favorite chili recipe or store-bought chili. You can use chili with or without beans.
2. Shredded cheese can be substituted for queso cheese.  If using shredded cheese the key is to use freshly grated.  Store-bought shredded cheese contains additives to prevent it from clumping which can prevent it from completely melting.
3. For easy clean-up line the baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
4. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.  The nutritional value is only for the nachos and does not include the nutritional value of any garnishes such as sour cream or avocado.  The nutritional value does not include any additional toppings or substitutions.
5. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post, for more tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos there.