Description

This Beef Nachos Supreme recipe is a delicious and crowd-pleasing dish featuring seasoned ground beef layered over crispy tortilla chips, topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh toppings like tomatoes, black olives, and jalapeños. Perfect for game day or any casual gathering, these nachos are baked to cheesy perfection and served with classic sides of sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Ingredients

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Meat and Seasoning

1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade taco seasoning)
1/4 cup water

Nacho Base

1 bag tortilla chips (about 10-12 oz)

Cheese

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)

Toppings

1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)

For Serving

1/4 cup sour cream
Salsa (to taste)
Guacamole (to taste)

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Instructions

Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the pan. Stir in the taco seasoning mix along with 1/4 cup of water, then cook for 2-3 minutes until the seasoning is fully absorbed and the water has mostly evaporated. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Nacho Base: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the tortilla chips evenly across a large baking sheet or an oven-safe dish to create a solid base for the toppings.
Assemble the Nachos: Distribute the cooked, seasoned ground beef evenly over the layer of tortilla chips. Generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese mix) over the beef and chips, ensuring good coverage for melting.
Bake the Nachos: Place the baking sheet with assembled nachos into the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese has melted fully and looks bubbly and slightly golden.
Top the Nachos: After baking, remove the nachos from the oven and immediately top with fresh diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, diced red onion, sliced jalapeño (if using), and chopped fresh cilantro for flavor and color.
Serve: Serve the nachos hot with sides of sour cream, salsa, and guacamole to add creamy, tangy, and refreshing complements to the cheesy beef chips.

Notes

For extra heat, add more jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
If you prefer a vegetarian option, omit the beef and add black beans or seasoned veggies instead.
Use freshly shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded for better melting quality.
Customize toppings according to preference—add corn, jalapeño slices, or avocado slices for variety.