Description
These Bison Brisket Nachos are a hearty and flavorful Tex-Mex appetizer featuring tender shredded bison brisket seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, layered over crispy tortilla chips with black beans, corn, and melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Topped with fresh jalapeños, tomatoes, red onion, creamy sour cream, guacamole, and cilantro, these nachos make a perfect crowd-pleasing snack for game day or any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound cooked bison brisket, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Base
- 1 bag (12 ounces) tortilla chips
Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Vegetables and Toppings
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup guacamole
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Season and Heat Bison Brisket: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded bison brisket along with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook the mixture for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and well-seasoned.
- Arrange Tortilla Chips: Spread the tortilla chips evenly across the prepared baking sheet, creating a single layer that will hold the toppings evenly.
- Add Toppings: Evenly distribute the seasoned bison brisket over the chips. Sprinkle the black beans, corn kernels, shredded cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses on top to create a colorful and flavorful layer.
- Bake Nachos: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese has melted thoroughly and is bubbly, signaling that the nachos are ready.
- Add Fresh Toppings and Serve: Remove the nachos from the oven. Immediately sprinkle the sliced pickled jalapeños, diced tomatoes, and diced red onion over the top. Drizzle with sour cream and guacamole, then garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve the nachos hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For crispier nachos, bake the tortilla chips plain for 5 minutes before adding the toppings and baking again.
- You can substitute the bison brisket with beef brisket or pulled pork for a different flavor.
- Add extra toppings such as salsa, queso, or shredded lettuce to customize your nachos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 generous portion
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
