Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsColorado Craft SocialBrisket Nachos Recipe

Brisket Nachos Recipe

Time8h
Serves6

House-smoked brisket, queso, jalapeños, and pico de gallo on tortilla chips.

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Ingredients

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Brisket

Toppings

Method

Brisket Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Brisket

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).

  2. 2

    Season the Brisket

    In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Rub this mixture all over the brisket.

  3. 3

    Smoke the Brisket

    Place the brisket in the smoker and cook for approximately 6-8 hours or until it reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (90°C).

  4. 4

    Rest the Brisket

    Remove the brisket from the smoker, wrap it in foil, and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

  5. 5

    Slice the Brisket

    Once rested, slice the brisket against the grain into bite-sized pieces.

Queso Preparation

  1. 6

    Melt the Cheese

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and milk. Stir until melted and smooth.

  2. 7

    Add Jalapeños and Salsa

    Stir in diced jalapeños and salsa. Continue to heat for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Layer the Nachos

    On a large serving platter, spread a layer of tortilla chips. Top with sliced brisket, queso, and sliced jalapeños.

  2. 9

    Add Pico de Gallo

    Finish with a generous scoop of pico de gallo on top.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your brisket nachos!

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