Description
These Air Fryer Nachos are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, loaded with cheesy goodness and flavorful toppings. Quick and easy to make, they’re perfect for game day or any gathering.
Ingredients
Tortilla Chips:
4 cups
Shredded Cheddar Cheese:
1½ cups
Canned Black Beans (drained and rinsed):
½ cup
Sliced Black Olives:
¼ cup
Diced Red Onion:
¼ cup
Jalapeño (thinly sliced):
1
Diced Tomatoes:
½ cup
Chopped Fresh Cilantro:
¼ cup
Sour Cream:
¼ cup
Guacamole or Diced Avocado:
¼ cup
Cooking Spray:
as needed
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3–5 minutes.
- Layer: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Layer half of the tortilla chips in the basket, followed by half the cheese, black beans, olives, onions, and jalapeños. Repeat with the remaining chips and toppings.
- Air Fry: Air fry for 4–6 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top and Serve: Carefully remove the nachos from the air fryer and top with diced tomatoes, cilantro, sour cream, and guacamole. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Avoid overloading the basket to ensure even melting.
- Customize with ground beef, shredded chicken, or corn for extra flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based cheese and toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
