Beef Nachos Recipe
Combining the crunch of tortilla chips with the savory flavor of seasoned ground beef and gooey melted cheese, this beloved snack offers the perfect balance of textures and flavors to satisfy any craving.To create irresistible beef nachos, all you need to do is layer your choice of tortilla chips with cooked ground beef, shredded cheese, and any other desired toppings before popping them in the oven for a quick bake.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey/chicken
- 1 small yellow onion chopped
- Homemade or store-bought taco seasoning
- If making homemade combine onion powder, cumin, paprika, and chili powder
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can of green chiles
- Tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese or a mix of your favorite cheeses
- 1/3 cup sliced black olives
- 1/3 cup chopped green onions
- Optional toppings: sour cream lime wedges, hot sauce, and pickled jalapenos
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Cook the beef and onions in a skillet over medium-high heat until the beef is browned and the onions are softened.Drain excess grease.
- Add the taco seasoning to the beef mixture, and then stir in the water.Bring to a boil and reduce to medium heat.Simmer for 5 minutes until most of the water evaporates.
- Add green chiles to the beef mixture and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.Assemble the nachos on the prepared baking sheet by:Creating a single layer of tortilla chipsSpooning the seasoned ground beef on top, followed by a layer of shredded cheese and black olives
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and gooey.Add your favorite toppings, such as green onions and pickled jalapenos, along with optional sour cream, hot sauce, and lime wedges on the side.Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious beef nachos!
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