Bison Nachos Recipe
Tortilla chips topped with bison chili, cheese, jalapenos, sour cream, and guacamole.
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Ingredients
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Tortilla Chips
Bison Chili
Toppings
Method
Bison Chili Preparation
- 1
Cook the Bison
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Add Vegetables
Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes until slightly tender.
- 3
Brown the Bison
Add the ground bison to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Mix in Remaining Ingredients
Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- 5
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assembly
- 6
Prepare Tortilla Chips
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet.
- 7
Layer the Chili
Spoon the prepared bison chili evenly over the tortilla chips.
- 8
Add Cheese and Jalapenos
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and sliced jalapenos evenly over the chili.
- 9
Bake
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 10
Serve with Toppings
Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute. Serve hot, topped with sour cream and guacamole.