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Ultimate Macho Nachos Recipe

Get ready for the ultimate snack! These Macho Nachos are loaded with melty cheese, savory chili, and fresh toppings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nachos:
  • 6-8 handfuls corn tortilla chips
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups pepper jack cheese, shredded
  • 15 oz chili, canned or homemade warmed or at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup sliced, pickled jalapeños
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 pieces green onions, diced
  • to taste Salsa of your choice

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet or oven-safe platter
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or tongs

Method
 

Cooking Steps:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your nachos will be perfectly melted and warm when they come out.
  2. Spread the corn tortilla chips evenly across a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter. Make sure the chips are arranged in a single layer for optimal cheese melting.
  3. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese generously over the chips. Don’t be shy; you want those cheesy layers to be thick and gooey!
  4. Spoon the warmed chili over the cheesy chips. Ensure even distribution so that every bite has a hearty dose of chili goodness.
  5. Place the nachos in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
  6. Once out of the oven, it’s time to add the fun toppings! Sprinkle the sliced black olives, pickled jalapeños, and diced tomatoes over the cheesy chili nachos.
  7. Drizzle the sour cream over the top, and scatter the diced green onions for a fresh touch. Serve with salsa on the side for an extra kick.

Notes

  • Use high-quality cheese for the best melting results.
  • Warm your chili beforehand so it doesn’t cool down the nachos.
  • Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences or what you have on hand.