Nachos Recipe
Tortilla chips topped with cheese, jalapeños, and your choice of protein.
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Ingredients
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Chips
Cheese
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Protein
If using ground beef or chicken, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. If using black beans, simply drain and rinse them.
- 2
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Assembly
- 3
Layer the Chips
Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a baking sheet.
- 4
Add the Protein
Evenly distribute the cooked protein over the tortilla chips.
- 5
Sprinkle the Cheese
Top the chips and protein with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- 6
Add Jalapeños
Sprinkle the sliced jalapeños evenly over the cheese.
Baking
- 7
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.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove the nachos from the oven, top with sour cream, guacamole, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.