Easy Ground Beef Nachos Recipe
One weekend, I needed a quick snack for my family that didn’t require much effort. I had some tortilla chips, ground beef, and cheese in the kitchen, so I threw everything together and baked it. Within minutes, I had a tray of crispy, cheesy nachos that disappeared just as fast as I made them.Now, ground beef nachos are my go-to when I need something quick for game nights, casual dinners, or just a snack that everyone will enjoy. They’re simple, flavorful, and easy to customize with different toppings.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Baking sheet
- Cutting board and knife
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (10 oz) bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks (about 5–6 minutes).
- Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the diced onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and remove from heat.
- Spread tortilla chips in an even layer on a baking sheet.
- Sprinkle half of the cheese over the chips.
- Spoon the beef mixture evenly over the cheese.
- Add the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, jalapeños, green onions, sour cream, and guacamole.
- Serve immediately.