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Ultimate Chili Beef Nachos

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These Ultimate Chili Beef Nachos are loaded with spiced ground beef, melty cheese, black beans, and all your favorite fresh toppings—making them the perfect shareable comfort food for game day, gatherings, or an easy weeknight dinner. Oven-baked and customizable, they’re crispy, cheesy, and packed with bold Tex-Mex flavor.

Ingredients

  • For the Chili Beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or lean)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ cup crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
  • ½ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • For the Nachos
  • 1 large bag tortilla chips (10–12 oz)
  • 1½–2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend)
  • ¼ cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
  • 1 fresh tomato, diced
  • ¼ red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced or mashed
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • ¼ cup sour cream or crema
  • ¼ cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • Hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Chili Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, then stir in garlic and jalapeño. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in cumin, paprika, chili powder, and cayenne. Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and black beans. Simmer 8–10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Assemble the Nachos: Preheat oven to 375°F. On a baking sheet, spread a layer of tortilla chips. Top with chili beef and shredded cheese. Add another layer if desired.
  3. Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  4. Add Fresh Toppings: Top with tomatoes, onion, avocado, cilantro, pickled jalapeños, lime juice, sour cream, salsa, and hot sauce (optional). Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store chili beef separately for fresher leftovers.
  • Use thick tortilla chips for best texture.
  • For a spicier version, use hot sausage or add extra jalapeños.
  • Customize with your favorite cheeses or fresh toppings.

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