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Cheesy Charred Corn Nachos

This dish features crispy tortilla chips layered with smoky charred corn and melted cheese, creating a crunchy and gooey snack with vibrant flavors. The preparation involves roasting corn for sweetness and char, then melting cheese over chips to achieve a crispy, cheesy final texture with a slightly browned top.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups frozen or fresh corn kernels preferably fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for roasting corn
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional, for extra smoky flavor
  • 1 cup tortilla chips
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend preferred
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven or Broiler
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet or Frying Pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven’s broiler and line a baking sheet with foil. Spread the corn kernels in a single layer, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with smoked paprika. Broil the corn for about 5–7 minutes, turning once, until they’re nicely charred and sweet-smoky smelling.
  2. While the corn roasts, place a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil. Once hot, add the tortilla chips and cook for 2–3 minutes, just until they start to crisp up and turn golden. Remove from heat and spread them evenly on your serving platter.
  3. Once the corn is roasted and cooled slightly, roughly chop or cut the charred bits and sprinkle them evenly over the chips. This adds that smoky flavor and a vibrant visual appeal.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over the corn and chips, ensuring some cheese drapes over the edges for that irresistible, bubbly, melted look.
  5. Place the assembled nachos in the oven or under the broiler for about 3–5 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Keep a close eye to prevent burning—once the cheese is gooey and slightly browned, they’re ready.
  6. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, allowing the cheese to stretch and the flavors to meld.

Notes

For extra flavor, add sliced jalapeños or a dollop of sour cream before serving.