Easy Air Fryer Nachos

Easy Air Fryer Nachos that are ready to eat in 10 minutes! These delicious comforting cheesy Nachos make the perfect snack for movie night.  Serve with your favourite toppings - Meat, Veg, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Jalapeños or enjoy them as they are! Or if you want to try one with Nacho Cheese Sauce, then try this Loaded Nachos with Ground Beef and Nacho Sauce.

The Chilli version is pictured above and the Chicken version is below:

What’s great about this Recipe

So easy to make - This is a recipe in which leftovers are welcome - Rotisserie Chicken? Chilli? Simple add to Nachos with whatever else you want to add and Air fry!

Adaptable - There really is no end to variations here. Add your favourite flavours and enjoy!

Ready in 10 minutes!

Ingredients in easy air fryer Nachos

Nachos - Such as Doritos. You can use plain or flavoured whatever your preference.

Meat or Veg - Leftover Chilli, Pulled Chicken, Mince, Veg Chilli.

Cheese – Use your favourite grated cheese.

Veggies - Olives, Corn, Spring Onions, Jalapenos and whatever else you like. (Optional).

Dips - Salsa, Sour Cream, Guacamole. (Optional).

How to make Quick and Easy Air Fryer Nachos

Add half the Nachos to Air Fryer.

Top with half the Chlli and Cheese.

Add more Nachos.

Add remaining Chilli and Cheese.

Air Fry at 180C for 3 - 5 minutes.

Serve with your favourite toppings (See below for ideas).

Toppings

Guacamole

Salsa

Sour Cream

Corn

Jalapenos

Olives

Refried Beans

Black Beans

How to make Nachos in the Oven

Preheat the oven to 200C/400 F.

Layer Nachos on a lined oven tray. (I clearly forgot to line here).

Top with your favourite toppings.

Then add Chilli or Chicken or Veg.

Top with grated Cheese.

Bake for 5 - 10 minutes until the cheese has melted.

How to make Nachos under the Grill

Add Nachos to a lined tray.

Top with Chilli, Veg or Chicken.

Add Cheese.

Heat the grill to medium.

Place the Nachos under the grill and close the grill. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

Top with Sour cream and any other toppings you like.

Top tips to make Easy Air Fryer Nachos

Nachos cook really fast and the more flavoured they are, the quicker they tend to brown so keep an eye on them.

Leftover Chilli, Veg Chilli, Black Beans and Rotisserie Chicken all work well as toppings.

Make sure you overlap the Nachos so they cheese doesn't all drop through and out of the Air Fryer basket.

Storage

Nachos don't store well and can get soggy so it is best to make them just before serving.

Reheating

If you do have leftovers, reheat in the Air Fryer at 160 C for 2 - 3 minutes.

Or place under the grill for 1 minute.

FAQ's

Can I double the recipe?

Yes you can but you will need to cook it in batches.

Can this be made Gluten Free?

Yes if you use GF Nachos.

Best Cheese for Air Fryer Nachos?

Any melty Cheese is great - Cheddar - Mature, Mexican or good options. Mozarella, Montery Jack, Fontina, Red Leicester work well too.

Can these be made Vegetarian?

Yes use Vegetarian Chilli, Refried Beans or Black Beans.

How to make Chilli for Nachos

If you don't have leftover Chilli and want to make a quick and easy version, I would suggest doing the following:

Add Oil to a pot with ground Beef or Lamb and seasonings of choice such as Taco Seasoning or Indian Spices such as Cumin, Coriander, Chilli. Stir until no pink remains.

Drain additional liquid, taste, adjust seasoning and cook for another 1 - 2 minutes.

Chilli Cheese Toast

Nutella Pizza

Donuts without Yeast

Corn Chaat

Creamed Sweetcorn

**if you make and enjoy this recipe, please leave a comment and star rating. Please tag us on instagram. We love to see your creations and your feedback helps us to shape future content! we love to hear from you. Thankyou!