Description
Mexican-inspired nachos with ground beef highlight layers of crispy tortilla chips, seasoned meat, and melted cheese. Guaranteed crowd-pleaser perfect for game day or casual gatherings where people crave hearty, delicious comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Cheese and Dairy:
- 2 cups (226 grams) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups (226 grams) monterey jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
Base and Toppings:
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons jalapenos, sliced
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) black beans
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) salsa
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) guacamole
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing for a crispy nacho experience.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced onions until translucent and fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small crumbles while cooking until thoroughly browned.
- Incorporate taco seasoning with a splash of water, allowing the mixture to simmer and develop rich flavors for 5 minutes.
- Arrange tortilla chips in a single, even layer across a large baking sheet.
- Generously distribute shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the chip foundation.
- Evenly spread the seasoned ground beef across the cheese-covered chips.
- Scatter black beans and sliced jalapenos over the beef layer for added texture and heat.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven, baking for 10-12 minutes until cheese melts completely and turns golden.
- Remove nachos from the oven and immediately garnish with fresh salsa, creamy sour cream, chunky guacamole, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve hot and enjoy the perfect blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheese blends like pepper jack or a Mexican cheese mix for extra flavor complexity.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier alternative that doesn’t compromise taste.
- Toast chips slightly before adding toppings to prevent sogginess and maintain a crispy texture throughout baking.
- Prepare components separately and assemble just before serving to keep nachos fresh and prevent chips from becoming soft and mushy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg