Air Fryer Nachos

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5

98 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    8 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    13 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    527 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer, Snacks

  • Cuisine

    American

Air Fryer Nachos

Air Fryer Nachos consist of layers of tortilla chips topped with a Mexican cheese blend, green onions, olives, jalapenos, and fresh diced tomatoes, cooked in an air fryer until the cheese melts. The method creates a warm, melty snack with crisp chips that retain their crunch, enhanced by fresh and spicy toppings. This preparation suits a casual appetizer or snack, providing a manageable portion with familiar Tex-Mex ingredients and simple assembly.

Description

This Air Fryer Nachos recipe features a straightforward layering of tortilla chips with shredded Mexican cheese and sliced green onion whites, topped with another chip layer garnished with more cheese, green onions, optional jalapenos, and black olives. Cooking at 320°F in the air fryer for 3 to 5 minutes melts the cheese evenly while keeping the chips crisp.

Once out of the air fryer, the nachos are topped with fresh diced tomatoes, adding brightness and freshness to the warm, cheesy layers. Served alongside salsa and sour cream, these nachos offer a well-rounded bite combining creamy, spicy, and crispy textures.

The small batch method allows for quick preparation with controlled portions and easy cleanup, suitable for a quick snack or party appetizer where fresh toppings can be varied based on preference.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 to 3 cups tortilla chips
  • 2 cups Mexican cheese blend shredded
  • 1 green onion sliced, whites and greens separated
  • ¼ cup black olive sliced
  • ½ cup tomato diced, fresh
  • ¼ cup jalapeno pepper optional, diced
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro optional, chopped, fresh

Instructions

  1. Place the tortilla chips in a single layer in the air fryer basket making sure to overlap the chips so there are no gaps between them.
  2. Top the chips with half of the cheese and whites of the green onion.
  3. Add another layer of chips. Top with remaining cheese, green onions, jalapenos, and black olives (if using).
  4. Place in the air fryer to 320°F and cook the nachos for 3-5 minutes or until cheese has melted.
  5. Remove from the basket and top with diced tomatoes.
  6. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 527 (26%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 59mg (20%) Sodium 726mg (30%) Potassium 250mg (5%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 860IU (17%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 517mg (52%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 527 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 527 26%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 59mg 20%
Sodium 726mg 30%
Potassium 250mg 5%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 860IU 17%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 517mg 52%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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