Best 7 Baked Nachos And Cheese Recipes

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Baked nachos and cheese, a delectable treat that effortlessly brings joy to any gathering, is a culinary symphony of crispy tortilla chips, gooey melted cheese, and a symphony of flavors. Whether you prefer classic cheddar or explore a bolder blend, this dish offers endless possibilities for customization, making it a versatile crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a shareable masterpiece that will leave your taste buds dancing and your guests clamoring for more. Join us on a culinary journey as we uncover the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of flavors, textures, and presentation in baked nachos and cheese, transforming your next party or movie night into a memorable feast.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

STEVEN'S BAKED NACHOS



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My husband wanted to find chips tasting like those made at restaurants. Baking them is the key. These nachos are his claim to fame as a cook and they're delicious! I love them as a quick appetizer or late night snack! Serve with sliced jalapenos and your favorite hot sauce.

Provided by LMarcia

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast half
1 (14.25 ounce) can refried beans
8 ounces corn tortilla chips
1 ½ cups grated pepper Jack cheese
¼ cup chopped green onions
½ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  • Place the chicken on a microwave-safe plate, cover with a paper towel, and place in a microwave oven. Cook on high power until the chicken is no longer pink and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Cool, and use a knife to shred the chicken. Set aside.
  • Place the refried beans in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until thoroughly heated.
  • Layer half the chips, 1/2 cup cheese, and green onions on the bottom of prepared baking dish. Spoon the refried beans over the chip mixture. Sprinkle with another 1/2 cup cheese, and spread with the sour cream. Arrange the shredded chicken over the sour cream layer. Top with the remaining chips and 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese melts throughout, 15 to 18 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 587.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

OVEN NACHOS



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This is my favorite way to make nachos--and my kids love it every time. I actually prefer to use recipe #2642 or recipe #76616 instead of the package taco seasoning.

Provided by Jessi Leigh

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 1/2 cups refried beans (can use more)
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa (mild or spicy)
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese, divided
seasoning salt
black pepper
tortilla chips (use any amount desired)
1 cup sour cream (can use more)
3 -4 green onions, chopped (can use more)
2 large firm plum tomatoes, finely chopped
shredded lettuce
sliced black olives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet cook the ground beef with onions; cook stirring until meat is no longer pink. Drain all fat well. Continue to cook until the meat is well browned, about 4-5 minutes longer. Pour contents of taco seasoning pack into meat and add water as directed on the package. Continue to cook according to package directions.
  • Add in the refried beans and salsa. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  • Add in 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese; stir until melted.
  • Place the tortilla chips on a large serving platter.
  • Top with ground beef mixture, then sprinkle the top of the HOT ground beef mixture with about 1-1/2 cups (or to taste) grated cheddar cheese.
  • Top with sour cream, green onions, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and sliced black olives.
  • Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 98.7, Sodium 1456.2, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 6.7, Protein 27.9

NACHOS



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Whip up these speedy nachos for a casual get-together with friends. Crispy tortilla chips are loaded with salsa, cheese, spring onions, chilli and other toppings.

Provided by Silvana Franco

Categories     Side dish, Snack

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

175g packet plain tortilla chips
225g jar salsa
a few sliced spring onions
a good chunk of cheese
a pinch of crushed chilli flakes
soured cream or guacamole (optional)

Steps:

  • Tip tortilla chips on to a baking tray, pour over salsa and scatter over a few sliced spring onions.
  • Grate over a good chunk of cheese (fontina is perfect, but cheddar will do). Add a pinch of crushed chilli flakes, then put under a hot grill for about 3 minutes to melt the cheese. Serve with soured cream or guacamole (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 3.75 milligram of sodium

EASY CHEESY NACHOS



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There's no need to brown ground beef when fixing this satisfying snack. Laura Jirasek of White Lake, Michigan tops crunchy chips with warm canned chili and melted cheese, then sprinkles it all with chopped tomato and onion for fresh flavor and color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (14-1/2 ounces) tortilla chips
2 cans (15 ounces each) chili without beans
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
4 green onions, sliced
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Divide chips among six plates; set aside. In a saucepan, warm chili until heated through. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, heat cheese over medium-low heat until melted, stirring frequently. Spoon chili over chips; drizzle with cheese. Sprinkle with onions and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 35g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BAKED NACHOS



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My family loves any type of Mexican food, so I'm always in search of something different. In this recipe, nachos become a main-dish casserole.-Janice Lyhane, Marysville, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds ground beef
3 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided
3 cups salsa
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 cup sour cream
1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
6 cups tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in 2 cups cheese, salsa, corn, sour cream, chili powder and cumin; mix well. , Pour half into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the chips; repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Fat 31g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

OVEN BAKED NACHOS AND CHEESE



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Cheesy baked nachos layered with refried beans, black olives, corn, and tomatoes topped with salsa, Guacamole, jalapeño, and sour cream.

Provided by Erren Hart

Categories     Appetiser

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
12 oz tortilla Chips
2 cups refried beans
4 oz canned green chilies (chopped)
1 tomato (chopped)
4 oz black olives (sliced)
⅔ cup black beans (or pinto beans drained and rinsed)
1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
4 cups shredded cheese (such as cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese )
½ cup salsa
Guacamole (optional)
1 jalapeño (pickled or fresh, sliced)
Sour Cream
hot sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F/176°C
  • Grease a 12-inch oven-safe skillet or small sheet pan with the oil.
  • Arrange a third of the tortilla chips in a single layer in the pan.
  • Top chips evenly with a third of the refried beans, green chilies, chopped tomatoes, black olives, black beans, and corn, then top with a third of the cheese.
  • Repeat with the next layer, and on the third layer, use the remaining refried beans, green chilies, chopped tomatoes, black olives, black beans, and corn Scatter with the salsa before adding the remaining cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese melts and browns slightly, about 8 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, and top with Guacamole, jalapeño, and sour cream. Drizzle with hot sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Sodium 1430 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY NACHO BAKE



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Bake up the quintessential party MVP with a Cheesy Nacho Bake! Our Cheesy Nacho Bake is a twist on the classic ready for prime time-and your table.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Onions

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup water
1 pkg. (1 oz.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream, divided
6 oz. tortilla chips (7 cups)
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
1 green onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain. Return meat to skillet. Add tomatoes, water and seasoning mix; stir. Cook 10 min., stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/4 cup sour cream.
  • Place half the chips in 13x9-inch baking dish; cover with layers of half each of the meat mixture and cheese. Repeat layers.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through. Top with onions and remaining sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 710 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 25 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Shred your own cheese for a more even melt.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet, or the nachos will not get crispy.
  • Bake the nachos until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chips are golden brown.
  • Serve the nachos immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Baked nachos are a delicious and easy party appetizer or snack. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a crowd-pleasing dish that everyone will love. Be sure to experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combination. These nachos are sure to be a hit at your next gathering!

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