Classic Oven-Baked Nachos
These classic oven-baked nachos are perfect for a quick and satisfying snack or appetizer, featuring layers of crispy tortilla chips, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Nachos
- 1 large bag (13-16 oz) Sturdy tortilla chips
- 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup (seasoned) Cooked ground beef or shredded chicken (optional)
- 0.5 cup Pickled jalapeños, sliced
Toppings
- 0.5 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup Diced red onion
- 0.5 cup Salsa or pico de gallo
- 0.5 cup Avocado, diced or mashed into guacamole
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread half of the tortilla chips in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Evenly sprinkle half of the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the chips, adding half of any meat if using.
- Repeat layers with the remaining chips, cheese, and meat.
- Distribute the pickled jalapeños over the top cheese layer.
Baking & Serving
- Bake for 8-12 minutes until bubbly and golden, then remove from the oven.
- Immediately add your desired fresh toppings like sour cream, cilantro, red onion, salsa, and avocado.
- Serve and enjoy your nachos right away.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure the chips are in a single layer and not overcrowded. Adjust baking time based on oven and desired crispness.