Loaded Nacho Platter with Three Cheese and Jalapeños

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

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A colorful nacho platter loaded with melted cheeses, jalapeños, and a fresh salsa for a zesty game day snack. This Mexican-inspired game-day recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs tortilla chips, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 8 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

10 oz tortilla chips
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
2, thinly sliced jalapeño peppers
1 cup fresh tomato salsa
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
1/4 cup sliced black olives

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread 10 oz tortilla chips evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet.
Step 2: Evenly sprinkle 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco over the chips.
Step 3: Scatter 2 thinly sliced jalapeño peppers and 1/4 cup sliced black olives on top.
Step 4: Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes until the cheeses melt and the edges of the chips become lightly toasted.
Step 5: Remove from the oven and spoon 1 cup fresh tomato salsa evenly over the top. Add dollops of 1/2 cup sour cream and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped cilantro before serving immediately.