Crispy chips piled with smoky barbecue beef, melted cheese, and zesty toppings for ultimate game day snacking.
# What you'll need:
→ Beef
01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup barbecue sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Nachos
07 - 10 ounces sturdy tortilla chips
08 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Toppings
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream
11 - 1/3 cup sliced pickled jalapeños
12 - 1/2 cup diced red onion
13 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
14 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
15 - 1 avocado, diced (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion until beef is browned and onion is softened, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 additional minute. Stir in barbecue sauce and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until mixture thickens slightly.
04 - Spread tortilla chips evenly across a large baking sheet or ovenproof platter.
05 - Distribute barbecue beef mixture evenly over chips. Sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
06 - Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven and top with sour cream, pickled jalapeños, diced red onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and avocado if desired.
08 - Transfer to serving dish and serve immediately.
