Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl AztecaNachos Recipe

Nachos Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time30m
Serves4

Make Nachos Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Cheese Sauce

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Cheese Sauce

    In a medium saucepan, combine the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, milk, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt over medium heat. Stir continuously until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth.

  2. 2

    Prepare Toppings

    While the cheese sauce is cooking, prepare the toppings. Dice the tomatoes, slice the jalapeños, and chop the green onions. Set aside.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Layer Tortilla Chips

    On a large serving platter or baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips in an even layer.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese Sauce

    Pour the prepared cheese sauce generously over the tortilla chips, ensuring even coverage.

  3. 5

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and chopped green onions over the cheesy nachos.

  4. 6

    Serve with Dips

    Add dollops of sour cream and guacamole on the side. Serve immediately while warm.

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