Macho Nachos Courtesy of Paula Deen
Bring the ultimate Tex-Mex indulgence to your table with Macho Nachos Courtesy of Paula Deen, a crowd-pleasing recipe that’s perfect for game night, casual gatherings, or a fun family feast. This easy-to-make dish combines savory layers of seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips, baked to bubbly perfection in just minutes. Topped with vibrant diced tomatoes, tangy sour cream, briny black olives, and spicy pickled jalapeños, these nachos pack a flavorful punch in every bite. Optional fresh cilantro adds a pop of color and herbaceous finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is all about bold flavors and effortless preparation. Whether you're serving up a snack for six or elevating your nacho game, these oven-baked nachos are the ultimate comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 0.75 cup water
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup sliced black olives
- 0.25 cup pickled jalapeños
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion is softened.
Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef. Remove from heat.
Spread a layer of tortilla chips evenly over a large, oven-safe platter or baking sheet.
Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the chips.
Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly across the chips and cheese.
Add the remaining shredded cheese on top of the beef mixture.
Bake the assembled nachos in the preheated oven for 7-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Remove the nachos from the oven and top with dollops of sour cream, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, pickled jalapeños, and chopped fresh cilantro, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3744 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 286.8 g | 368% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.7 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 658 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 5149 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.6 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g | ||
| Protein | 157.1 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2380 mg | 183% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2083 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
