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Homemade Nachos Recipe in a cast iron skillet, loaded with melted cheese, seasoned beef, black beans, fresh pico de gallo, jalapeños, olives, and a dollop of sour cream, with lime and salsa on the side.

Nachos Recipe

5 from 1 vote
This nachos recipe is the ultimate party snack, perfected through trial and error and a secret family layering technique. Every chip gets toppings, the cheese melts just right, and it’s endlessly customizable for any event or dietary need.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Assembly Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired, Tex-Mex
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz Tortilla chips - Thick cut for best hold
  • 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar - Or Mexican blend
  • 1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese - Freshly shredded recommended
  • 1 lb Ground beef or chicken - Seasoned and cooked
  • 1 cup Black beans - Drained and rinsed
  • 1 Diced tomatoes - Fresh or canned
  • ½ Red onion - Diced
  • 1–2 Jalapeño peppers - Fresh or pickled
  • 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning - Or homemade mix
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Chili powder - Optional for extra heat
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice - Fresh-squeezed preferred
  • Hot sauce - To taste
  • Sour cream - For topping
  • Guacamole - For topping
  • Fresh cilantro - Chopped
  • Green onions - Sliced
  • Pickled jalapeños - Optional garnish
  • tablespoon Olive oil - Light brush on chips before cheese

Equipment

  • 1 Large rimmed baking sheet (For layering nachos)
  • 1 Roll aluminum foil (For easy cleanup)
  • 1 Large skillet (For cooking protein)
  • 1 Cheese grater (For fresh shredded cheese)
  • 1 Sharp knife (For prepping fresh toppings)
  • Several Serving spoons/bowls (For toppings and self-serve setup)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with foil.
  2. In a skillet, cook your protein with taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder. Set aside when done.
  3. Dice tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and shred the cheese. Open and rinse beans.
  4. On the baking sheet, layer half the chips, brush with olive oil, then top with half the cheese, beans, and meat. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  5. Bake for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling. Remove and add fresh toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 510mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.Feel free to add more of your favorite toppings.

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