Loaded with seasoned beef, crunchy tortilla chips, jalapeños, and a blanket of melted cheese, these Ultimate Cheesy Mexican Nachos are the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer. Every bite is packed with bold Tex-Mex flavors and irresistible gooey cheese pulls that make them impossible to resist.

Ingredients

• 1 bag tortilla chips
• 300 g ground beef
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup black beans, drained
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1 jalapeño, sliced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cook the ground beef in a skillet until browned.
3. Season with chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread tortilla chips on a baking tray.
5. Top with beef, black beans, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cheese.
6. Bake for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Garnish with green onions.
8. Serve immediately with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.

Chef’s Tip

For the best cheese pull, use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar and serve the nachos while they’re still hot.