Description
This easy nachos recipe is a quick, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for game days or casual gatherings. With crispy tortilla chips layered with melted cheddar cheese, seasoned ground meat, fresh veggies, and zesty toppings, it delivers bold flavors and satisfying textures in just minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 bag of tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked and seasoned ground beef or turkey
Toppings
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Condiments
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to melt the cheese and warm the toppings.
- Arrange Chips: Spread the tortilla chips evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet to ensure each chip can hold the toppings without sogginess.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the tortilla chips, allowing every chip to get some cheesy goodness.
- Add Toppings: Evenly distribute the cooked and seasoned ground beef or turkey, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, diced red onion, and optional sliced jalapenos on top of the cheese.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese has melted fully and is bubbling for that perfect gooey texture.
- Add Fresh Cilantro: Remove the nachos from the oven and immediately sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top to add a burst of fresh flavor and color.
- Serve with Dips: Plate the nachos and serve with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole on the side for dipping to allow guests to customize each bite.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked and well-seasoned ground beef or turkey for best flavor.
- For extra crunch, avoid overcrowding chips on the baking sheet.
- Jalapenos are optional – adjust to your spice preference.
- Serve immediately to enjoy chips while still crispy.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with a Mexican cheese blend for authentic flavor.
- Feel free to add other toppings like black beans or corn for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
