Description
These beef nachos are the perfect combination of hearty, crunchy, and cheesy. With seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, fresh toppings, and sturdy tortilla chips, every bite is a flavor explosion. Perfect for game nights, movie nights, or casual gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re feeding two or twenty, beef nachos bring people together and satisfy cravings every single time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 bag sturdy tortilla chips
- Optional: black beans or refried beans
- Fresh toppings: diced tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro, green onions
- Sour cream and guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook onion and garlic in a skillet over medium-high heat until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water, simmer until fully coated.
- Spread tortilla chips on a baking tray, layer beef over chips, sprinkle cheese generously.
- Bake 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Top with fresh ingredients and serve immediately.
Notes
- Layer chips and toppings for even distribution.
- Warm beans or corn before adding for extra flavor.
- Serve with extra salsa or jalapeños for guests to customize.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack / Appetizer
- Method: Oven-baked
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg