Tex-mex Nachos Recipe
Pile of corn tortilla chips with kidney beans, Ground Beef or Chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapenos & queso poured over the top. Sour cream & salsa on the side.
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Ingredients
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Chips
Protein
Beans
Toppings
Condiments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the protein
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or chicken until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Make sure to break it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- 2
Heat the queso
In a small saucepan, heat the queso over low heat until melted, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Assemble the nachos
- 3
Layer the chips
On a large baking sheet or platter, spread out the corn tortilla chips in an even layer.
- 4
Add toppings
Evenly distribute the cooked ground beef or chicken and kidney beans over the chips.
- 5
Pour on the queso
Drizzle the melted queso over the chips, meat, and beans.
- 6
Finish with fresh toppings
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced jalapeños.
Serve
- 7
Add condiments
Serve the nachos hot with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.
