Crispy tortilla chips layered with spiced beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings for easy sharing and bold flavors.
# Components:
→ Beef Mixture
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean)
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tbsp chili powder
05 - 1 tsp ground cumin
06 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ¼ tsp black pepper
09 - ½ cup water
→ Nacho Toppings
10 - 10 oz sturdy tortilla chips
11 - 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
12 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 1 medium tomato, diced
14 - ½ cup pickled jalapeño slices
15 - ½ cup sliced black olives (optional)
16 - ½ cup sour cream
17 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 1 medium avocado, diced (optional)
19 - 2 green onions, sliced
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, breaking it up until browned, about 5 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the beef; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
04 - Incorporate chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add water and simmer 3 to 4 minutes until liquid reduces.
05 - Spread tortilla chips evenly on the sheet pan and top with seasoned beef.
06 - Distribute black beans over beef, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
07 - Place in oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
08 - Remove from oven and immediately top with diced tomato, jalapeños, black olives, green onions, cilantro, and avocado if desired.
09 - Drizzle sour cream over the nachos or serve on the side.
10 - Serve the nachos hot directly from the sheet pan.
