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Jalapeño Nachos Recipe

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Quick, cheesy jalapeño nachos topped with creamy cheese sauce, sweet corn, and just the right amount of heat. A perfect 15-minute snack for parties, game day, or a cozy night in.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 6 oz tortilla chips
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, halved, seeded, and de-pithed (leave some seeds for more heat)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (medium or sharp)
  • ½ cup cooked sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • ¾ teaspoon chili powder or taco seasoning

Instructions

  1. Slice the jalapeño in half and remove seeds and membrane to adjust spice level.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic with halved jalapeños until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux, without browning.
  4. Slowly whisk in the milk to avoid lumps.
  5. Add shredded cheese, corn, and chili powder (or taco seasoning), stirring until smooth and creamy.
  6. Spread tortilla chips evenly on a serving plate.
  7. Pour the hot cheese-corn-jalapeño sauce over the chips just before serving.
  8. Optional: garnish with thinly sliced fresh jalapeño or chopped cilantro.

Notes

  • Adjust heat by keeping or removing jalapeño seeds.
  • Make it gluten-free with cornstarch or gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
  • Add protein like ground beef, shredded chicken, or black beans for a heartier dish.
  • Use different cheeses like Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a cheddar-mozzarella blend for variety.
  • Make it vegan by swapping butter, milk, and cheese with plant-based alternatives.

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