Description

Chili Cheese Nachos are a delicious Tex-Mex appetizer featuring layers of crispy tortilla chips topped with savory chili, melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, jalapeños, and red onions. Perfect for parties or a satisfying snack, these nachos are baked until bubbly and served with optional sour cream and salsa.

Ingredients

1 bag (10–12 oz) tortilla chips
2 cups cooked chili (homemade or canned)
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
¼ cup chopped red onion
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Sour cream and salsa for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the nachos evenly.
Layer Chips and Chili: On a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter, spread half of the tortilla chips evenly. Spoon half of the cooked chili evenly over the chips.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses on top of the chili-covered chips.
Repeat Layers: Add the remaining tortilla chips as a second layer, then top with the remaining chili and cheeses.
Add Toppings: Scatter the sliced jalapeños and chopped red onion evenly over the top layer.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheeses are melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the nachos from the oven and sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top. Serve immediately with optional sour cream and salsa on the side.

Notes

Use leftover chili or canned chili to save preparation time.
For extra texture and a golden finish, broil the nachos for 1–2 minutes after baking.
Customize your nachos with additional toppings like black olives, avocado slices, or diced tomatoes.