10-Minute Loaded Nacho Cheese Fries
Crispy fries piled with melty nacho cheese sauce, jalapeños, and a hit of chili powder. Ready before you can finish opening the bag—perfect snack or side.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 14g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Arrange frozen fries on a large sheet pan or skillet in a single layer.
Step 2
Bake or air-fry at 425°F until golden and crispy, stirring halfway, about 12 minutes.
Step 3
Warm cheese sauce in a small saucepan or microwave for 90 seconds, stirring until pourable.
Step 4
Transfer hot fries to a serving plate or bowl. Drizzle generously with cheese sauce.
Step 5
Top with jalapeños and a pinch of chili powder. Squeeze lime over everything.
Step 6
Serve immediately while cheese is still warm and fries are crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan or large skillet
- small saucepan or microwave
- serving plate or bowl
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