Jul 14 2026

Loaded Nachos Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Tortilla chips topped with queso, jalapeños, sour cream, and your choice of chicken or beef.

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Ingredients

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Chips

Cheese Sauce

Method

Preparation of Cheese Sauce

  1. 1

    Melt the Cheeses

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and milk. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.

  2. 2

    Add Jalapeños

    Once the cheese is melted, stir in diced jalapeño pepper. Adjust the amount based on your heat preference.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Layer the Chips

    On a large serving platter or baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips evenly.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese Sauce

    Pour the cheese sauce generously over the tortilla chips, making sure to cover them well.

  3. 5

    Add Protein

    Sprinkle cooked chicken or ground beef evenly over the cheese-covered chips.

  4. 6

    Add Toppings

    Top with sliced jalapeños, chopped green onions, and any additional toppings such as cilantro.

  5. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately with a side of sour cream for dipping.

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