Chili Cheese Nachos
Chili Cheese Nachos are a delicious and hearty snack perfect for parties or a movie night. This dish features crispy tortilla chips topped with a flavorful chili and gooey melted cheese, making it a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 grater
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 300 g tortilla chips
- 400 g canned chili with or without beans
- 200 g shredded cheddar cheese
- 100 g sour cream
- 1 medium jalapeño sliced (optional)
- 50 g sliced black olives optional
- 1 small tomato diced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning optional
- Fresh for garnish cilantro optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the canned chili and stir in the olive oil and taco seasoning (if using). Heat for about 5-7 minutes until warmed through, stirring occasionally.
- On a baking sheet, spread the tortilla chips in an even layer. Pour the warmed chili over the chips, ensuring an even distribution.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chili-topped nachos.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Carefully remove the nachos from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Top with sour cream, sliced jalapeños, black olives, and diced tomatoes (if using). Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize the toppings to your preference. You can add guacamole, diced onions, or any other toppings you like.
For a spicier kick, use pepper jack cheese or add more jalapeños.