Description
If you’re looking for a dish that’s indulgent, flavorful, and guaranteed to impress, steak nachos are the answer. This recipe takes crispy tortilla chips and layers them with juicy, perfectly seasoned steak, melty cheese, and vibrant toppings like pico de gallo, jalapeños, and guacamole. It’s hearty enough to serve as a meal yet festive enough to steal the spotlight at any gathering. With just under 40 minutes of cooking time, this recipe is fast, fun, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re hosting a party, enjoying game day, or craving something bold and satisfying for dinner, steak nachos deliver the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication.
Ingredients
- Tortilla chips
- Flank or skirt steak (1 lb)
- Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Black beans
- Bell peppers and onions, sliced
- Jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- Pico de gallo
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
- Olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Marinate and season steak with olive oil and spices.
- Cook steak in a skillet or grill pan until medium-rare, rest, then slice thinly.
- Sauté bell peppers and onions until soft and slightly charred.
- Layer tortilla chips on a sheet pan with half the cheese, beans, steak, and veggies.
- Add remaining cheese and bake at 375°F until melted and bubbly.
- Finish with fresh toppings like pico de gallo, guacamole, jalapeños, and sour cream. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Always slice steak against the grain for tenderness.
- Freshly grated cheese melts better than pre-shredded.
- For spicier nachos, add extra jalapeños or hot salsa.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Baking & Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg