Nachos Recipe
Made with crispy tortilla chips and your choice of plain cheese, chicken, ground beef or picadillo (shredded beef and pork). Topped with tomatoes and green onions. Jalapenos added upon request. Add Deluxe (sour cream & guacamole) for $2.50.
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Ingredients
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Chips
Cheese
Protein (choose one)
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Protein
If you are using chicken, ground beef, or picadillo, ensure that they are cooked and shredded or crumbled as appropriate. Set aside.
- 2
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Assembly
- 3
Layer Tortilla Chips
Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet.
- 4
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the tortilla chips.
- 5
Add Protein
Add your choice of shredded chicken, ground beef, or picadillo on top of the cheese.
- 6
Add Toppings
Evenly distribute the diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and sliced jalapeños over the nachos.
Baking
- 7
Bake the Nachos
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- 8
Serve with Deluxe Options
Once baked, remove from the oven and serve immediately with sour cream and guacamole on the side for an additional charge.