Dollar Store Crispy Nachos (Printable Version)
Cheesy tortilla nachos with beans, tomatoes, and vibrant toppings. Quick, budget-friendly, and perfect for sharing.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chips & Base
01 - 1 (10 oz) bag tortilla chips
→ Canned & Jarred
02 - 1 (15 oz) can refried beans
03 - 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
04 - 1 (4 oz) can sliced jalapeños, optional
→ Cheese
05 - 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
→ Toppings
06 - 1/2 cup jarred salsa
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives, optional
09 - 2 green onions, sliced, optional
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Arrange tortilla chips evenly in a single layer on a large, oven-safe baking sheet or platter.
03 - Warm refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute, then dollop or spread them over the chips.
04 - Distribute drained diced tomatoes with green chilies evenly over the beans and chips.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the chips mixture and add sliced jalapeños if desired.
06 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
07 - Remove from oven and immediately top with salsa, sour cream, black olives, and sliced green onions as desired.
08 - Serve immediately while hot for best texture.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick and requires only about 20 minutes from start to finish
- Satisfies a crowd with just a handful of ingredients
- Budget-friendly and totally customizable for picky eaters
- You can find everything you need at most dollar stores or in your pantry
02 -
- High in protein and fiber thanks to beans and veggies
- Easily doubled or halved for a bigger or smaller crowd
- Freezes well if you make bean cheese and salsa portions separately
03 -
- Layer toppings lightly so chips do not get soggy in the middle
- Do not skip warming the beans It makes spreading so much easier and ensures creamy texture
- Use a large spatula to lift serving portions so all the toppings stay in place