Air Fryer Nachos
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Air Fryer Nachos
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.
Ingredients
- 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
- 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.
- Top the chips with half of the cheese and whites of the green onion.
- Add another layer of chips. Top with remaining cheese, green onions, jalapenos, and black olives (if using).
- Place in the air fryer to 320°F and cook the nachos for 3-5 minutes or until cheese has melted.
- Remove from the basket and top with diced tomatoes.
- Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Information
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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.