Skillet Nachos are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for game days, parties, or a fun family dinner. This dish features a generous layer of crispy tortilla chips topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and a variety of fresh toppings, all cooked to perfection in a skillet. The result is a deliciously cheesy and flavorful appetizer that everyone will love. Easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, Skillet Nachos are a quick and satisfying way to bring everyone together for a tasty treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 large bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Assemble the Nachos:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread a layer of tortilla chips evenly across the bottom of an oven-safe skillet.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the chips.
- Evenly distribute the seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, black olives, red onion, and jalapeño slices over the cheese.
- Add another layer of tortilla chips on top, followed by the remaining cheeses.
- Bake the Nachos:
- Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add Fresh Toppings:
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly. Top the nachos with diced tomato, fresh cilantro, and diced avocado.
- Serve:
- Serve the skillet nachos with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges on the side for added flavor.
Enjoy these Skillet Nachos as a delicious and festive dish that’s perfect for sharing, bringing together a delightful mix of textures and flavors in every bite.
