Crispy chips topped with seasoned beef, melted cheddar, beans, and fresh Tex-Mex garnishes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef
01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tbsp chili powder
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/4 cup water
→ Nachos
11 - 10 oz tortilla chips
12 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
13 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
14 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
15 - 1/2 cup canned corn kernels, drained
16 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced
17 - 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
18 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
→ Toppings
19 - 1/2 cup sour cream
20 - 1/2 cup guacamole
21 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
22 - Lime wedges, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and ground beef, breaking up the meat, and cook until browned, about 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Incorporate chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in water and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture slightly thickens. Remove from heat.
04 - Arrange tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet or ovenproof platter. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the chips. Top with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, jalapeño slices if using, and black olives.
05 - Evenly distribute shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses across the assembled toppings.
06 - Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
07 - Remove from oven and garnish with sour cream, guacamole, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges.
