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Quick and Easy Air Fryer Nachos

These Quick and Easy Air Fryer Nachos are a delicious and customizable snack perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful crunch without the mess.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the nachos
  • 5 ounces thin corn tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/3 cup salsa or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons sliced green onions
  • 1/3 cup sour cream or more to taste
For the ground beef
  • 8 ounces lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
For cooking
  • 1 cooking spray

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees F (182 degrees C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Line the air fryer basket with foil or a parchment liner and spray with cooking spray.
  3. In a small skillet, heat over medium heat and cook the ground beef until it turns brown and crumbly, about 3 minutes. Drain the grease.
  4. Stir in the water, taco seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper into the beef. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Assembly
  1. Place the tortilla chips in the air fryer basket, spreading them out while overlapping slightly.
  2. Evenly sprinkle the Cheddar cheese over the chips.
  3. Add the ground beef and black beans on top of the cheese, then top with sliced green onions and spoonfuls of salsa.
Cooking
  1. Transfer the basket into the air fryer and cook until the cheese is melted and slightly browned, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  2. Remove the nachos to a serving plate and garnish with sour cream. Serve immediately, with extra toppings in small bowls for customization.

Notes

Use oven-safe parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup. Don't overload the nachos with toppings to allow for better cooking. Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for extra flavor. Consider adding sliced jalapeños before cooking for a spicy twist.