Cooking Lucid
Classic Beef Nachos
Crispy tortilla chips loaded with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, jalapeños, and all the classic toppings. The game-day nacho everyone reaches for first.
Prep 10 min
Cook 15 min
Total 25 min
Serves 6
Ingredients
Step 1 — Cook the beef
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup water
Step 2 — Assemble and bake
- 12 oz sturdy tortilla chips
- 3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- ½ cup pickled jalapeño slices
Step 3 — Toppings
- 1 cup pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- Fresh cilantro
- Guacamole (optional)
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
Brown the beef
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and water. Simmer 2 minutes until saucy.
- 2
Layer and melt
Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread chips on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Top with half the cheese, then beef and beans. Add remaining cheese and jalapeños. Bake 8–10 minutes until cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
- 3
Finish and serve
Top with pico de gallo, sour cream, green onions, and cilantro. Serve immediately with guacamole and lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition per serving: 520 cal · 28g protein · 38g carbs · 28g fat · 6g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
