Save A crowd-pleasing platter of crispy tortilla chips loaded with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and vibrant toppings—perfect for sharing at parties or game nights.
This recipe quickly became a favorite at my family gatherings where everyone loves to customize their nachos.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- Onion: 1 small, finely diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Chili powder: 1 tbsp
- Ground cumin: 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika: ½ tsp
- Salt: ½ tsp
- Black pepper: ¼ tsp
- Water: ½ cup (120 ml)
- Tortilla chips: 10 oz (280 g), sturdy
- Cheese: 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
- Black beans: 1 cup (150 g), canned, drained and rinsed
- Tomato: 1 medium, diced
- Pickled jalapeño slices: ½ cup (60 g)
- Sliced black olives: ½ cup (60 g), optional
- Sour cream: ½ cup (120 ml)
- Fresh cilantro: ¼ cup (10 g), chopped
- Avocado: 1 medium, diced, optional
- Green onions: 2, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Cook beef:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned about 5 minutes.
- Sauté:
- Add the diced onion and garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Season:
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add water and simmer for 3-4 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat.
- Arrange chips:
- Spread the tortilla chips evenly across the prepared sheet pan.
- Add toppings:
- Spoon the seasoned beef evenly over the chips. Sprinkle black beans, then cheese over the top.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
- Top:
- Remove from the oven and immediately top with diced tomato, jalapeños, olives, green onions, cilantro, and avocado if using.
- Serve sour cream:
- Drizzle with sour cream or serve it on the side.
- Serve:
- Serve hot, directly from the pan.
Save Making this together is always a fun family moment, especially letting the kids pick their favorite toppings.
Required Tools
Large sheet pan, skillet, chefs knife, cutting board, wooden spoon or spatula are needed to make this dish effortlessly.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy cheese sour cream check cheese and sour cream labels for possible additives Contains gluten if using wheat-based chips choose gluten-free tortilla chips if needed Contains avocado for those with latex avocado allergies Contains legumes black beans
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 465 Total Fat: 27 g Carbohydrates: 35 g Protein: 22 g
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Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of cheese works best for this dish?
Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese melt well and provide a rich, creamy texture and flavor that complements the seasoned beef and toppings.
- → Can I substitute ground beef with other proteins?
Yes, ground turkey or plant-based crumbles can be used as alternatives to adjust flavor or accommodate dietary preferences.
- → How do I prevent the chips from becoming soggy?
Using sturdy tortilla chips and spreading toppings evenly helps maintain crispiness. Baking just until cheese melts avoids excess moisture.
- → Are there options to make this dish vegetarian?
Omitting the beef and increasing beans, cheese, and vegetables or using plant-based crumbles creates a vegetarian-friendly version.
- → What sides or drinks pair well with this platter?
Crisp lagers, zesty margaritas, or fresh salsas enhance the flavors, while sides like corn or diced bell peppers add variety and color.