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This layers the chips, beef, and cheese two or three times over rather than piling everything on in a single layer, since a single top layer leaves most of the chips underneath completely bare, without any cheese to hold toppings in place. Broiling briefly at the very end melts everything together quickly without the chips having time to turn soggy under prolonged oven heat.
Prep Time
Per serving
420kcal
Calories
20g
Protein
30g
Carbs
15 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
6 people
Difficulty
easy
25g
Fat
4g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
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Preheat the oven broiler.
In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon.
Add the taco seasoning and a splash of water, stirring to combine, and simmer for 2 minutes.
Spread half the tortilla chips in a single layer on an oven-safe platter or baking sheet.
Top with half the seasoned beef and half the shredded cheese.
Repeat with the remaining chips, beef, and cheese to build a second layer.
Broil for 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and top with diced tomato, sliced jalapenos, and dollops of sour cream and guacamole.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Layer the Toppings, Don't Just Pile Them On Top: Building two or three layers of chips, beef, and cheese ensures every chip gets some cheese, rather than leaving the bottom layer completely bare. Broil Briefly Rather Than Baking Long: A quick broil melts the cheese fast without giving the chips time to turn soggy under prolonged heat. Add Cold Toppings After Broiling: Sour cream, guacamole, and fresh vegetables should go on right before serving, not under the broiler, to keep their fresh texture and temperature contrast.
This usually happens when the chips are baked too long instead of quickly broiled, or when wet toppings like salsa are added before broiling, so keep the oven time short and add cold, wet toppings after.
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