Description
Hearty Mexican-inspired nachos boast layers of seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty toppings. Crisp tortilla chips create a crowd-pleasing feast that draws hungry diners into a fiesta of flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb / 454 grams) ground beef
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
Base and Chips:
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) chopped onions
Toppings and Seasonings:
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) sliced jalapenos
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) chopped cilantro (optional)
Optional Sides:
- Salsa (optional)
- Guacamole (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400°F, creating the perfect environment for transforming crisp tortilla chips into a melted, savory masterpiece.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until thoroughly browned, eliminating excess grease and infusing the meat with robust taco seasoning for enhanced flavor.
- Arrange tortilla chips in a single layer across a spacious baking sheet, ensuring maximum coverage and optimal cheese distribution.
- Evenly distribute seasoned beef across the chips, followed by a generous blanket of shredded cheese that will melt into gooey perfection.
- Slide the loaded baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing 10 minutes for cheese to transform into a bubbling, golden landscape.
- Extract the nachos and immediately embellish with vibrant fresh toppings: diced tomatoes, crisp onions, fiery jalapeños, and a dollop of creamy sour cream.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro as the final flourish, and serve alongside zesty salsa or creamy guacamole for an explosive flavor experience.
Notes
- Choose sturdy, thick tortilla chips to prevent sogginess and maintain a satisfying crunch during baking.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like pepper jack, cheddar, and queso for more complex flavor profiles.
- use ground turkey for leaner protein or add black beans for vegetarian option.
- Prepare toppings in advance and have them ready to quickly assemble nachos for faster serving during parties or game nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 700 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg