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.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Spread a layer of tortilla chips evenly over a large, oven-safe platter or baking sheet.

Step 6

Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the chips.

Step 7

Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly across the chips and cheese.

Step 8

Add the remaining shredded cheese on top of the beef mixture.

Step 9

Bake the assembled nachos in the preheated oven for 7-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1821.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3743.8

Total Fat 286.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 32.8g
Cholesterol 658.2mg	0%
Sodium 5149.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 27.3g
Protein 157.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2380.5mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2082.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.3%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 17.6%