Name: Easy Air Fryer Nachos Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 cups tortilla chips; 2 cups grated cheese (such as Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby, or a blend); Pico de gallo; Sour cream; Avocado; Cilantro

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Introduction

Easy Air Fryer Nachos are a quick and delicious snack perfect for any occasion. With melted cheese and crispy chips, they’re ready in minutes and perfect for customizing with your favorite toppings.

A white plate holds a layered stack of golden-yellow tortilla chips topped with melted cheese, mixed with scattered chunks of bright green avocado and fresh red tomato salsa. On top, there are dollops of white sour cream with small black pepper flakes and sprigs of vivid green cilantro leaves spread around. Lime wedges sit around the edge of the plate, with some salsa in a clear bowl nearby, against a white marbled texture background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 cups tortilla chips
2 cups grated cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby, or a blend)
Optional toppings: pico de gallo, sour cream, avocado, cilantro

Instructions

Step 1: Place a sheet of parchment paper or aluminum foil in your air fryer, covering the bottom and a bit of the sides to catch any melted cheese.
Step 2: Layer half of the tortilla chips evenly on the parchment, then sprinkle half of the grated cheese over them. Repeat with the remaining chips and cheese to create two layers.
Step 3: Set the air fryer to 325°F (162°C) and cook the layered nachos for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 4: Carefully transfer the nachos still on the parchment paper to a serving plate. Add your favorite toppings like pico de gallo, sour cream, avocado, or cilantro before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add sliced jalapeños or cooked ground beef between the layers before air frying.
Use a mix of cheeses for a richer taste and better melt.
Serve immediately for the crispiest chips; leftover nachos may soften.

Storage

Store any leftover nachos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer at a lower temperature to re-crisp, or microwave briefly but expect less crunch.

How to Serve

A white plate with one layer of triangular yellow corn tortilla chips covered by melted orange cheddar cheese, topped with fresh green cilantro leaves scattered across, diced green avocado chunks, and colorful red and green tomato salsa made of finely chopped tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños in the center and on the sides. There is a dollop of white sour cream with black pepper near the edge. Lime wedges with a bright green color rest on the chips and around the plate on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular oven instead of an air fryer?

Yes, you can bake the nachos in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 7-10 minutes until the cheese melts.

What can I use if I don’t have parchment paper or foil?

You can place the chips directly in the air fryer basket, but be prepared for some cheese to melt through and stick. Cleaning afterward may be more challenging.