Jul 14 2026

Spicy Nachos Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

Make Spicy 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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Tortilla Chips

Cheese Sauce

Method

Prepare the Tortilla Chips

  1. 1

    Arrange the Chips

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet.

Make the Cheese Sauce

  1. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, and milk.

  2. 3

    Melt the Cheese

    Stir the mixture continuously until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.

  3. 4

    Add Seasonings

    Add the hot sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt to the cheese mixture. Stir until well combined.

Assemble the Nachos

  1. 5

    Layer the Nachos

    Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the tortilla chips on the baking sheet.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and cilantro generously over the cheese-coated chips.

Bake the Nachos

  1. 7

    Bake

    Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges of the chips are golden and the cheese is bubbling.

Serve

  1. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute. Serve hot with a side of sour cream.

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