Description
This Easy Air Fryer Nachos recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy cheesy, crispy nachos made effortlessly in your air fryer. Perfect for a snack or party appetizer, these nachos combine layers of crispy tortilla chips and melted cheese ready in minutes with customizable toppings to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups tortilla chips
- 2 cups grated cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby, or a blend)
Optional Toppings
- Pico de gallo
- Sour cream
- Avocado slices
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prep: Place a sheet of parchment paper or aluminum foil inside your air fryer basket so that it covers the bottom and extends slightly up the sides. This will help prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Assemble: Layer half of the tortilla chips evenly on the parchment paper, then sprinkle half of the grated cheese over the chips. Add the remaining chips on top, followed by the rest of the cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Air Fry: Set your air fryer to 325°F (162°C) and cook the assembled nachos for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and the chips are warm and slightly crispy around the edges.
- Serve: Carefully remove the nachos on the parchment paper and transfer to a serving plate. Add your choice of optional toppings such as pico de gallo, sour cream, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Use a heat-resistant parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking inside the air fryer.
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling some jalapeños or black beans between the cheese layers.
- Monitor the melting process closely, as air fryer models vary and cheese can burn quickly.
- Adjust cook time based on your air fryer’s size and power for best results.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on serving needs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: easy nachos, air fryer nachos, cheesy nachos, quick snack, Mexican appetizer, melted cheese chips
