Ingredients
Tortilla Chips
- A large bag of sturdy tortilla chips (corn or a blend)
Protein
- 1/2 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4-5 oz Mexican chorizo (casing removed)
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup canned corn, drained
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, sliced
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup pico de gallo or your favorite salsa
- Sliced avocado
Equipment
- Large oven-safe skillet
- Baking sheet
- Small bowl
Instructions
1. Prep and Cook the Protein
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Heat your large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chorizo with a slotted spoon and set it aside.
- Add a little extra oil to the skillet if needed. Season shrimp with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and no longer translucent. Remove from heat.
2. Assemble the Nachos
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Spread half of the tortilla chips in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle half of the chorizo, shrimp, Monterey Jack cheese, and cheddar cheese over the chips.
- Add additional toppings like beans and corn if desired.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining chips, chorizo, shrimp, and cheeses.
3. Bake and Finish
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Top and Serve
- Top the nachos with your favorite toppings like jalapenos, sour cream, cilantro, salsa, and avocado.
- Serve immediately for the best melted cheese and crispy chip experience.
Tips
Customize it: Use your favorite cheese combinations or add other toppings like diced tomatoes, onions, or different sauces.
Make it spicier: Choose a spicier chorizo or add more jalapenos for extra heat.
Avoid soggy chips: Don’t overload the chips with toppings and try to serve them quickly after they come out of the oven.
