Description
Delicious air fryer nachos topped with beef, cheese, and fresh veggies. Quick to make in just 5 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb (225g) ground beef, cooked and crumbled
- 11/2 teaspoon (5g) chili powder
- 1/21/2 teaspoon (2.5g) cumin
- 1/21/2 teaspoon (2.5g) oregano
- 1/21/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
- 1/41/2 teaspoon (1.25g) pepper
- 4 cups (120g) tortilla chips
- 2 cups (226g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 roma tomato, diced
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 1 scallion, sliced
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream for serving
- 1/21/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
Instructions
- Layer Your Chips: Start by spreading a single layer of tortilla chips in the air fryer basket. They should look nice and spread out; this helps them cook evenly. Overcrowding could lead to soggy chips, so keep it simple and let those chips shine.
- Add Toppings Generously: Sprinkle your cheese and toppings over the chips. You will want everything to have a little space and love; it helps with melting. Remember, if everything’s piled too high, you might end up with some un-melted cheese spots.
- Air Fry for Crispiness: Pop the basket into the preheated air fryer and cook for just a minute. You will smell the cheese melting, which is a good sign you are on the right track. Stay close because things can cook fast in there, and no one wants burnt nachos.
- Serve Hot: Once cooked, pull the nachos out and enjoy them right away. They will be warm and crispy, just how you want them! If you let them sit too long, they will start to lose that delicious crunch, and no one wants soggy nachos.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Expert Tips: For the crispiest nachos, preheating the air fryer for a few minutes before adding ingredients is recommended. If the cheese is not melting well, spreading it evenly over the chips and using pre-grated cheese can help improve the melt. For chips that become soggy, layering them in a single, even layer in the air fryer can keep them crispy. When cooking, adjusting the air fryer time based on your specific model can prevent burnt edges from forming quickly.
- Reheating Instructions: To reheat nachos, place them in the air fryer at 320 degrees F for around 3 minutes until heated through and crispy.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with salsa and guacamole on the side. Pair with mango avocado salsa for a refreshing twist. Offer jalapeno slices for added spice.
- Recipe Variations: Use black beans or refried beans as a substitute for ground beef for vegetarian or vegan options. Experiment with different cheese blends for unique flavors. Add more vegetables like jalapenos or olives.
- Ingredient Notes: Use shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican cheese blend for best results. For a unique flavor twist, corn tortilla chips can also be substituted with Doritos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 551
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 813mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 108mg