Nachos Recipe
Grilled chicken or ground beef on a bed of fried tortilla chips. Topped with queso, cheddar cheese, lettuce, and tomato served with salsa and sour cream.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Tortilla Chips
Cheese and Toppings
Condiments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Protein
If using grilled chicken, shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. If using ground beef, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- 2
Prepare the Tortilla Chips
Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet or oven-safe dish.
Assembly
- 3
Layer the Ingredients
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). On top of the tortilla chips, evenly distribute the shredded grilled chicken or cooked ground beef. Pour the queso cheese over the protein, then sprinkle the cheddar cheese generously on top.
Baking
- 4
Bake the Nachos
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Finishing Touches
- 5
Add Fresh Toppings
Remove the nachos from the oven and top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes. Serve immediately with salsa and sour cream on the side.