Cowboy nachos are a type of nachos that are made with ground beef and other hearty, southwestern-style toppings. They are typically served as an appetizer or snack, and are a popular menu item at sports bars and pubs.
To make cowboy nachos, tortilla chips are arranged in a single layer on a large baking sheet or in a shallow dish. A layer of ground beef that has been seasoned with a blend of southwestern spices is then spread over the top of the chips. The nachos are then topped with cheese, diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeno peppers, and black beans. The nachos are baked in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and are then garnished with additional toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or sour cream. Cowboy nachos are a delicious and satisfying snack that are sure to be a hit with any crowd.
Cowboy Nachos with Ground Beef
Ingredients:
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeno peppers
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salsa and sour cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease, then season the beef with the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3Arrange the tortilla chips in an even layer on a large baking sheet.
4Spread the seasoned ground beef over the chips, then sprinkle with the cheese, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno peppers, and black beans.
5Bake the nachos in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top of the nachos and serve hot, with salsa and sour cream on the side for dipping, if desired. Enjoy!
Here is another recipe for cowboy nachos with ground beef that includes some additional toppings:
Ingredients:
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeno peppers
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced avocado
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- Salsa and sour cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease, then season the beef with the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3Arrange the tortilla chips in an even layer on a large baking sheet.
4Spread the seasoned ground beef over the chips, then sprinkle with the cheese, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno peppers, black beans, avocado, and bell peppers.
5Bake the nachos in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top of the nachos and serve hot, with salsa and sour cream on the side for dipping, if desired. Enjoy!
