Best 9 Easy Cheesy Nachos Recipes

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Nachos, a beloved snack or appetizer, are a culinary delight that can satisfy any craving for cheesy, savory goodness. Originating from Mexico, nachos have become a global phenomenon, enjoyed by people of all ages and cultures. With an endless array of toppings and variations, the possibilities for creating the perfect nacho dish are limitless. Whether you prefer classic or gourmet, mild or spicy, there's a nacho recipe out there to tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we'll guide you through the culinary journey of creating the ultimate "easy cheesy nachos," providing you with a step-by-step recipe that will transform your nacho-making skills from ordinary to extraordinary.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHEESY NACHOS



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These easy cheesy nachos are loaded with fresh ingredients. Serve with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole for a definite crowd-pleaser!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Appetizer     Beef     Dinner     Lunch     Party Food

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound lean ground beef
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
⅓ cup water
⅔ cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
8 ounces tortilla chips
4 cups cheddar (shredded, and/or Monterey Jack cheese)
4 green onions (sliced and divided)
toppings as desired

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Brown ground beef in a skillet until no pink remains. Drain fat. Stir in taco seasoning, water and black beans. Simmer 5 minutes or until sauce thickens and water evaporates.
  • Meanwhile, spread tortilla chips onto a baking sheet. Top with ½ of the cheese, the beef mixture, remaining cheese, and half of the green onions.
  • Bake 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and add remaining green onions & desired toppings. Serve hot with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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.

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

CHEESY BLACK BEAN NACHOS



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We're trying to go meatless once a week, and this dish helps make those meals fun, quick and super delicious. It's a great way to use up beans and canned tomatoes from your pantry. -Cynthia Nelson, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, well drained
3 to 4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced
4 cups multigrain tortilla chips
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: Sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro and additional jalapeno slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Mix beans, tomatoes and jalapenos. Arrange chips in an even layer in a 15x10x1-in. pan. Top with bean mixture and cheese., Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-12 minutes. Serve immediately with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

10-MINUTE QUICK NACHOS



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Answer the call for nachos with 10-Minute Quick Nachos. This quick nachos recipe ensures they get this cheesy, spicy deliciousness without delay.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Appetizers & Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 cups tortilla chips (about 8 oz.)
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup sliced fresh jalapeño peppers
1 can (2.25 oz.) sliced black olives, drained
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Medium Salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Layer 1/3 each of the chips, cheese and peppers in shallow ovenproof dish. Repeat layers twice.
  • Bake 7 min. or until cheese is melted.
  • Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 23 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0.9517 g, Protein 7 g

EASY CHEESY NACHOS



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Make and share this Easy Cheesy Nachos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (14 1/2 ounce) package tortilla chips
2 (15 ounce) cans chili without beans
1 lb processed cheese, cubed (Velveeta)
4 green onions, sliced
1 medium tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Divide chips between 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 708.8, Fat 38.8, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 69.8, Sodium 2086.3, Carbohydrate 62.9, Fiber 6, Sugar 9.1, Protein 30.8

CHEESY WONTON NACHOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Super crunchy and bursting with melted cheese, these stuffed wonton nachos are unlike any nachos you've had before. When you're filling and folding the wontons, it's important to work in batches to ensure the wrappers don't dry out. After you finish frying and broiling the wontons, simply serve them on a baking sheet with your favorite toppings. We guarantee they'll go fast.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 32 nachos

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¼ cup white onion, diced
2 garlics, minced
½ lb ground beef, 80-85% lean
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 oz pickled jalapenos, canned, drained, liquid reserved
8 oz american cheese block, cut into small cubes
32 square wonton wrappers, 1/2 inch (1 1/4 cm)
1 large egg, beaten
vegetable oil, for frying
kosher salt, to taste
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
15 oz black beans, canned, drained and rinsed
12 oz pickled jalapenos, canned, thinly sliced
½ small red onion, diced
1 medium tomato, diced
sour cream, to taste
1 avocado, sliced
fresh cilantro, chopped, to taste
lime wedge, for garnish

Steps:

  • Make the beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes more, until softened but not browned.
  • Add the beef, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir to break up the ground beef, then let sit undisturbed for about 3 minutes to let the meat brown. Stir and continue cooking until no pink remains, 5-7 minutes total. Add 2 tablespoons of the pickled jalapeño liquid and cook until slightly evaporated, about 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat. Drain any excess liquid from beef and set aside.
  • Make the wontons: In a medium bowl, mix together the American cheese and beef until well combined with large chunks of cheese still intact.
  • Fill a large, deep pot about ⅔ of the way with vegetable oil. Heat the oil until it reaches 350°F (180°C). Set a wire rack on top of a baking sheet.
  • On a clean work surface, lay out 10 wonton wrappers at a time. Scoop about 2 teaspoons of the beef mixture into the center of each wonton wrapper. Lightly brush 2 edges of the wrapper with egg, then fold up one corner to meet the opposite corner, forming a triangle, and gently press all the edges together to seal, ensuring all the air is pressed out from around the filling. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
  • Working in batches, gently lower 4-6 filled wontons into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, flipping once, 2-3 minutes total. Transfer to the wire rack to drain and sprinkle lightly with salt.
  • Arrange half of the stuffed wontons on a baking sheet. Cover with ½ cup (50 g) of the shredded cheddar and about half the black beans. Top with the remaining wontons and cheddar cheese.
  • Broil the wontons until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2 minutes.
  • Top the wonton nachos with the remaining black beans, jalapeños, red onion, tomato, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CHEESY POTATO NACHOS



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These yummy potatoes are like some I enjoyed in a pub once, with a nice cold beer. Top with caramelized onions, sour cream, chili, or whatever you have on hand. Yum!

Provided by 1cookinmama

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 russet potatoes, peeled and each cut into 8 wedges
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 slices turkey bacon, or more to taste
1 cup shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl until coated. Arrange potatoes in 1 layer in an oven-proof skillet.
  • Cook potatoes over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Flip and continue cooking until golden brown on other side, about 4 more minutes.
  • Bake potatoes in the preheated oven until tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Place turkey bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels and chop.
  • Sprinkle bacon, Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese, and green onions over potatoes. Return to oven until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 44.1 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 973.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

KID-FRIENDLY CHEESY NACHOS



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My kids don't love salsa or "chunky" tomatoes, so I came up with this super simple version of nachos that kids adore. In my house, they're the #1 requested after-school and movie snack! The measurements are purely an estimate, so add based on your tastes. And for adults or kids who don't mind them, by all means add green onions, black beans and/or chopped tomatoes!

Provided by Mom67

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 4m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup ortega mild taco sauce
3/4 cup shredded cheese (your choice, cheddar, Jack, mexican, etc)
2 cups tostitos nacho chips
sour cream (optional)
sliced black olives (optional)

Steps:

  • Spread chips in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate.
  • Drizzle taco sauce over chips (to your taste).
  • Sprinkle generous amount of cheese evenly over chips (about 3/4cup for 8" plate).
  • Add a few black olive slices (optional).
  • Microwave, uncovered for 30-60 seconds or until cheese melts.
  • Serve with side of sour cream for dipping (optional).

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs will give your nachos the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are endless possibilities when it comes to nacho toppings. Try different combinations of cheese, meat, vegetables, and sauces until you find your perfect combination.
  • Make sure your nachos are hot and cheesy. The best nachos are served hot and gooey, so make sure to heat them up thoroughly before serving.
  • Serve your nachos with a variety of dipping sauces. Nachos are a great party food, so make sure to offer a variety of dipping sauces so that your guests can choose their favorites.
  • Have fun! Making and eating nachos should be a fun experience, so relax and enjoy the process.

Conclusion:

Nachos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many different ways to make nachos, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give nachos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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