Craving something cheesy? These microwave nachos come together fast with simple ingredients and are perfect for a quick snack anytime.
Microwave nachos are my go-to when I need something quick, cheesy, and totally satisfying.
I usually don't follow a recipe and just toss on whatever I'm craving, which somehow always works out.
I've even heard these called peasant nachos or poverty nachos, but honestly, they taste like a win every time.
If you need an easy snack for movie night or a busy afternoon, these microwave nachos come together in minutes and disappear just as fast.
Ingredients
All ingredients are optional, just pile on your favorites. These are mine.
- Doritos
- Shredded Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Wholly Guacamole
Easy Microwave Nachos
Equipment
Ingredients
- 39 chips Doritos
- ½ cup Sharp Cheddar shredded
- ¼ cup Sour Cream
- ¼ cup Guacamole
Instructions
- Place a couple of handfuls of tortilla chips (Doritos are a favorite) on a microwave-safe plate.
- Sprinkle the chips evenly with shredded cheese. Use sharp cheddar or whatever you have on hand.
- Microwave for about 30 seconds, or until the cheese is melted. Adjust time based on how much you make.
- Top with sour cream and guacamole.
- Serve warm and enjoy right away.
Nutrition
Add-on Options
If you want to make them a little more filling, you can add cooked ground beef, shredded chicken, or even a scoop of refried beans before heating.
For a little kick, try a jalapeno slice or a few chopped peppers on top.
The best part about this nacho recipe is how easy it is to customize.
Just pile on your favorites and enjoy while everything is warm and cheesy.
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Maria
Ohh these look so good! Nachos are one of my weaknesses and I'm sure I'd polish off a whole plate of these very quickly lol!! They look delicious!
Aleks
My hubs LOVE doritos! We make all the fixings for burritos, beans, shredded chicken, etc. and then dump them onto a big plate of doritos. YUM!
anyonita green
Doritos make the best nachos, don't they?! Love this recipe!
Rose @ Walnut Acre
I love doritos and I love nachos. This looks awesome!
Angie Church
this sounds awesome!
Ruth Soukup
Genius idea!! 🙂 I love me some nachos and I am totally going to have to make them this way! Thanks for linking up to Thrifty Thursday!
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Mel Lockcuff
Oh my word, these look delicious, and so easy too! Love snacks like that! I didn't used to like guacamole, but lately, I can't get enough of it. lol Definitely will be trying these in the near future.:) Thanks for sharing on Inspire Me Wednesday. Pinning!
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Whoo yummy, I could just eat this 🙂 thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays, your on my features this week 🙂
Starla J
What better than simple and yummy!
stretchingittotravel
Sounds good. I never would have thought of Dorritos!
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