Best 9 Cheesy Chili Party Nachos Recipes

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Are you looking for a finger-licking good snack or appetizer that will be sure to please a crowd? Look no further than cheesy chili party nachos! This classic dish combines all the flavors of a hearty chili with the gooey indulgence of melted cheese, crispy tortilla chips, and a variety of toppings. Whether you like it spicy, mild, or somewhere in between, there's a cheesy chili party nacho recipe out there for everyone. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to indulge in the cheesy goodness of this Tex-Mex favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ULTIMATE CHILI "CHEESE" NACHOS



Ultimate Chili

There's something so delicious and comforting about a bed of warm corn tortilla chips topped with a liberal drizzling of my ultimate vegan nacho "cheese" sauce. Spoon on a generous dollop of my one-pot chili and a sprinkle of chopped jalapenos and cilantro.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
1 1/2 cups canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed (from a 15.5-ounce can)
1 cup plant-based ground meat alternative or plant protein burger, cooked and pulled apart with a fork
7 ounces green string beans, trimmed and chopped small
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tamari sauce (gluten-free) or soy sauce
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce (standard has anchovies in it)
1 teaspoon chipotle chile paste (1/2 teaspoon if for kids)
One 14.5-ounce can chopped tomatoes
Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, or 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free all-purpose flour)
2 cups unsweetened plant-based milk (I use oat), or almond or soy for gluten-free
1/4 cup nutritional yeast flakes
2 teaspoons chipotle paste
1 teaspoon low-sodium vegetable bouillon powder
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
One 13-ounce bag lightly salted corn tortilla chips
6 ounces sliced pickled jalapenos, drained (half a 12-ounce jar)
Handful of chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • For the meatless chili: Heat the oil in a medium-large saucepan. Stir in the onions and red bell pepper and fry at a gentle sizzle until just starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the kidney beans, plant-based meat, green beans and garlic. Turn up the heat to hear that sizzle and cook, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the tamari, tomato puree, Worcestershire sauce, chili paste, chopped tomatoes and 1/3 cup water. Bring to a gentle simmer, then cook, checking and stirring occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. The sauce should be rich, tangy and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Finally, stir in the cilantro.
  • For the nacho "cheese" sauce: Heat the oil in a medium pan, stir in the flour and cook, about 1 minute. Gradually stir in the milk using a wooden spoon or whisk to avoid any lumps. Bring to a gently bubbling simmer and cook until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency and coats the back of a wooden spoon, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the nutritional yeast, chipotle paste, bouillon and turmeric, stirring constantly to marry all the flavors, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • For the assembly: Spread the nacho chips on a baking sheet and bake to warm them through, about 3 minutes.
  • Spread the chips out onto a platter or in individual bowls. Spoon the nacho sauce onto the warm tortilla chips, add the chili in the middle and top with the jalapenos and cilantro.

CHEESY CHILI PARTY NACHOS



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Canned chili is heated, poured over refried beans and then topped with warmed CHEEZ WHIZ before serving with crisp tortilla chips for a hearty snack.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (16 oz.) refried beans
1 pkg. (12 oz.) tortilla chips
1 can (15 oz.) chili without beans
1 jar (15 oz.) CHEEZ WHIZ Cheese Dip
1 tomato, chopped
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Spread beans onto center of large platter; surround with chips.
  • Heat chili as directed on label; pour over beans.
  • Microwave CHEEZ WHIZ as directed on label; pour over chips and chili.
  • Top with tomatoes and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 820 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g

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.

NACHO CHEESY CHILI



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This recipe is SO good on a cold winter's day. I fix it all of the time -- as my big hips can attest. It contains cheese and finely crushed Doritos (to thicken the chili). It's a must-try recipe.

Provided by Cooking Ventures

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tablespoon oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 1/4 lbs ground beef
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt (1/2 tsp table salt)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 1/2 tablespoons chili, seasoning*
1/2 teaspoon cumin
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes (sauce, diced, or pureed ( they all work well)
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans (such as William's or Bush's)
2 1/2 cups vegetable juice (such as V8)
1/3 cup nacho-cheese flavored tortilla chips (such as Doritos)
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies (optional)
1 -2 jalapeno, minced (optional)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, cheese****
additional salt and pepper
additional tortillas chips (Doritos for topping)
additional shredded sharp cheddar cheese (for topping)

Steps:

  • Heat a dutch oven over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of oil. Cook the onions for about 2 minutes or until they just begin to soften. Add the ground beef, 1 1/4 teaspoons of kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Cook until brown then drain. To the browned meat, add the chili seasoning, garlic, and tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Add the V8 Juice, chili beans, can of tomatoes, crushed Doritos, and any of the optional ingredients listed above. Do NOT add the cheeses yet. Stir, cover, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to maintain a very gentle simmer (around medium-low). Simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Turn off the heat and add the cheeses and stir to combine. Allow the cheese to melt for about a minute then stir again. Taste for seasoning and adjust salt and pepper as needed. It is highly likely you will need more salt. I add anywhere from 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of additional kosher salt (half that amount for table salt) but I'll let you decide how much to add. The chili should be rich and thick and the ground beef should be very tender. If it is too thick add a little water or V8 Juice.
  • To serve, ladle some chili into a bowl and top with some additional Doritos and freshly grated cheddar cheese.
  • * Chili Seasoning and chili powder are technically different things. Popular brands of chili seasoning include Williams and McCormick. Chili seasoning contains chili powder as the primary ingredient but also includes things like onion powder, garlic powder, etc. If you can't find chili seasoning, no biggie. Use chili powder instead.
  • ** Why V8 Juice? V8 juice is made up of several pureed veggies including tomatoes, carrots, celery, and more. Plain tomato juice or canned tomato sauce does not have the same depth of flavor.
  • *** To make 1/3 cup of finely crushed Doritos, measure out 1 cup of Doritos - breaking each Dorito into a few pieces so they lay properly in the cup. If you have some Doritos left in the bottom of the bag that are already in small pieces, this is a great use for them. Dump the cup of Doritos into a resealable bag and use a rolling pin to finely crush the chips. After they are finely crushed, you'll have about 1/3 cup.
  • **** You really need to use freshly grated cheese in this instead of the stuff that comes pre-shredded. Pre-shredded cheeses contains stabilizers that can sometimes impede melting. For this reason, I highly recommend that you use freshly grated in this recipe.

QUICK CHILI-CHEESE NACHOS



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Quick. Simple. Delicious. These cheesy chili nachos score on all three counts, making them perfect for game nights...or for no-occasion nights.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Appetizers & Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup CHEEZ WHIZ Cheese Dip
1 can (15 oz.) chili
1 pkg. (8 oz.) tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Microwave CHEEZ WHIZ and heat chili as directed on labels.
  • Layer 1/2 of the tortilla chips, 1/2 of the hot chili and 1/2 of the CHEEZ WHIZ on serving platter. Repeat layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 910 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 8 g

CHILI NACHOS



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Kick up the heat when you serve these fantastic nachos.

Provided by HORMEL CHILI(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     HORMEL Chili

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 plum tomatoes, finely chopped
⅓ cup finely chopped red or white onion
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime
12 cups corn tortilla chips
1 (15 ounce) can HORMEL® Chili With Beans
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced pitted ripe olives, coarsely chopped
3 cups shredded colby or Monterey Jack cheese
1 fresh jalapeno chile (or more to taste), thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F. In bowl, mix together tomatoes, onion and cilantro. Squeeze lime into the tomato mixture and toss until blended.
  • Arrange a single layer of chips on heatproof platter or baking sheet. Top with spoonfuls of chili, tomato mixture, olives and cheese. Add jalapeno slices, if desired. Repeat layers until all the ingredients are used.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until cheese is completely melted. Serve nachos hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 1061.8 mg, Sugar 4 g

EASY CHILI NACHOS



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This makes a wonderful quick late-night snack, and it's a great way to use up any leftover chili I freeze some of my chili just to make this recipe --- I sprinkle finely chopped jalapeno peppers on top of second layer of cheese, but that is only optional add them on if you like heat --- all ingredients can be adjusted to suit taste. Prepare a double recipe in two separate pie plates if you are serving more than 6 people. Prep time does not include making the chili --- this is very good!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 22m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups prepared chili (use your favorite recipe for this)
7 ounces tortilla chips
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or to taste)
salsa, to taste
prepared guacamole, to taste (I use my own easy guacamole Really Easy and Good Creamy Guacamole for this)
sour cream (I use lots!)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 400°F.
  • Heat the chili in a small saucepan or microwave until hot.
  • Spread half of the tortilla chips on the bottom of a 10-inch deep-dish pie plate.
  • Spoon half of the chili over the chips.
  • Sprinkle with half of the cheese.
  • Repeat with remaining chips, chili and cheese.
  • Bake for about 7-8 minutes until the cheese has melted.
  • Top with salsa, guacamole and sour cream.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Delicious!

CHILLI NACHOS



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Perfect as a quick al fresco snack or even as a starter to a main meal, Chilli Nachos are quick and easy. The taste great too!

Provided by hayleylongdin

Time 15m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

400g can chilli con carne
115g bag tortilla chips
1 Tbsp Emmental cheese, finely grated
1 Tbsp sliced, green jalapenos, drained
Guacamole or sour cream to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the chilli con carne in a saucepan for five minutes until hot.
  • Place tortillas in a large frying pan on a low heat, carefully tossing to warm through.
  • To serve, arrange tortillas on a large plate or platter and pour over chilli.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and scatter over jalapenos. Serve with guacamole and sour cream.

PARTY NACHOS



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Put a new delicious spin on nachos! Simple to make, these are ideal for most any party or a fun night in with family. Consider a build-your-own nacho bar so guests can choose their toppings. -Mike Tchou, Pepper Pike, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 carton (16 ounces) refrigerated fully cooked barbecued shredded pork
1 package (12-1/2 ounces) nacho tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup shredded lettuce
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, optional
1/4 cup pickled pepper rings, optional

Steps:

  • Heat pork according to package directions. Place tortilla chips on a large microwave-safe serving plate. Layer with pork and cheese., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with sour cream, salsa, lettuce and onions. Sprinkle with olives and pepper rings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a rich and flavorful cheese sauce.
  • Layer the nachos with plenty of toppings for a satisfying and delicious snack or meal.
  • Don't overload the nachos with toppings, or they will become soggy.
  • Bake the nachos until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chips are slightly crispy.
  • Serve the nachos immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Cheesy chili party nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main course, give cheesy chili party nachos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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