In the realm of culinary delights, where flavors intertwine and taste buds rejoice, there exists a dish that embodies the essence of satisfaction and indulgence – nachos. These delectable morsels, adorned with a tapestry of toppings, have captured the hearts and appetites of food enthusiasts worldwide. Nachos provide a versatile canvas for experimentation, allowing one to explore a symphony of textures and flavors. Whether you prefer the classic combination of chili con carne and melted cheese or crave something more adventurous, there's a nacho recipe out there to tantalize your palate. So, let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best nacho recipe using leftover chili con carne or chicken, transforming your kitchen into a haven of nacho bliss.
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CHILI NACHOS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- On an ovensafe plate, arrange some of the chips in a single layer, overlapping them slightly. Sprinkle on a good layer of cheese, then add a layer of the chili, then another round of chips, cheese and chili. Keep going until you feel you've successfully built Mount St. Nacho!
- Put the plate in the oven and heat the nachos until the cheese is totally melted, 4 to 5 minutes. Then dive right in and devour them.
- In a large, heavy pot, brown the ground beef with the garlic over medium heat until the beef is totally cooked, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain off most of the excess fat, leaving a little behind for moisture and flavor. Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne. Stir together well, cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally; if the liquid level seems low, add up to 1 cup water to keep it from burning.
- After an hour, stir in the kidney and pinto beans. In a small bowl, combine the masa harina with 1/2 cup water and stir together with a fork until it's smooth. Pour the masa mixture into the chili. Stir together well, then taste the chili and adjust the seasonings. Simmer the chili for another 10 minutes to thicken, then turn off the heat and let it cool.
- Fill freezer bags with 2-cup portions and freeze them flat for easy stacking (or freeze in other freezer-safe containers).
CHICKEN CHILI NACHOS
This is a "dash in the pan" dish that's always a hit. The spicy nachos have plenty of chicken and two kinds of beans, so they make a filling snack. -Karen Horning, Rockford, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, saute chicken until no longer pink. Add tomatoes; cook over medium-high heat for 3 minutes or until tomato juice is reduced. Stir in the beans, paprika, cumin and cayenne; cook for 5 minutes or until heated through., Arrange the tortilla chips on 2 large microwave-safe plates; sprinkle each with 1/4 cup cheese. Top with chicken mixture and remaining cheese. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 25-30 seconds or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 754mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
KICK ASS NACHOS USING LEFTOVER CHILLI CON CARNE OR CHICKEN
To the untrained eye this doesn't look much cop but it's such a good dish you just gotta try it! The jalapeños are essential as is the sour cream and guacamole. I've given the beef version below but I also like using shredded chicken, onions and garlic, with black pepper and cayenne instead of the chilli con carne. A complete meal in itself and damn fine one at that.
Provided by robd16
Categories Mexican
Time 12m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Assemble the Nachos on individual plates. Try to distribute the ingredients evenly, in little pockets, throughout the nachos including the cheese but reserving some to sprinkle on top.
- Microwave for 2 minutes making sure the cheese is melted and top with guacamole and sour cream.
- Eat with your hands and get really messy. Fantastic!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 969.9, Fat 54.9, SaturatedFat 20.9, Cholesterol 85.5, Sodium 2458.5, Carbohydrate 94.2, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 6.3, Protein 32.8
CHILI NACHOS
The recipe for this creamy, chili-style dish was passed down through our church years ago. It's so warm and filling that we often prepare it when we take skiing trips to Colorado. It can be served over corn chips and eaten with a fork...or kept warm in a slow cooker and served as a hearty dip at parties. -Laurie Withers, Wildomar, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook the beef until no longer pink; drain. Add tomato sauce, beans, tomatoes and chili mix; heat through. Add cheese and cream; cook until the cheese is melted. Serve over chips. If desired, top with sour cream, sliced jalapeno and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Fat 36g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 1379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
CHILI NACHOS
Kick up the heat when you serve these fantastic nachos.
Provided by HORMEL CHILI(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips HORMEL Chili
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F. In bowl, mix together tomatoes, onion and cilantro. Squeeze lime into the tomato mixture and toss until blended.
- Arrange a single layer of chips on heatproof platter or baking sheet. Top with spoonfuls of chili, tomato mixture, olives and cheese. Add jalapeno slices, if desired. Repeat layers until all the ingredients are used.
- Bake 15 minutes or until cheese is completely melted. Serve nachos hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 1061.8 mg, Sugar 4 g
72 MARKET STREET KICK-ASS CHILI
If you like your chili with a kick, this meaty, spicy one has it. The recipe calls for "chili-grind" meat, a cut you can ask your butcher to grind. The restaurant uses Bass ale but feel free to use any ale you like. This is the chili that I make for pot-lucks, in part because it is requested, but also I can be pretty sure it will be consumed before the party is over. The recipe was developed by chef Leonard Schwartz at the 72 Market Street Restaurant in the Venice community of Los Angeles, California. The restaurant is no longer there but many of their recipes live on in print. For example, you can find the restaurant's meat loaf recipe in the New Basics Cookbook by Rosso and Lukins. This chili recipe was published in the Los Angeles Times.
Provided by lynnski LA
Categories Meat
Time 2h
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp; strain and reserve drippings for another use, set bacon aside.
- Saute beef and pork in a hot skillet with peanut oil until brown; add onions and jalapenos, cook until onions are tender.
- Add oregano, cumin, New Mexico and pastilla chiles, cayenne, garlic and salt to taste; stir then add tomato puree, tomatoes, water and ale.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, simmer until the meat is tender, about one hour.
- Add bacon and sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1547.2, Fat 108, SaturatedFat 39.8, Cholesterol 388.5, Sodium 1179.6, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 16.5, Protein 106.6
CHICKEN CHILLI CON CARNE
Not too keen on red meat? Try our chicken version of chilli con carne, with all the richness of the classic dish. It's the perfect sofa supper on cold nights
Provided by Esther Clark
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a casserole dish over a medium heat, and fry the onion and peppers for 10-12 mins, or until softened. Add the garlic, coriander stalks, ground coriander, cumin and chipotle paste, and fry for 2 mins more. Tip in the tomatoes, tomato pureé and stock, then add the cinnamon stick. Nestle the chicken thighs into the mixture, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 45 mins or until the chicken is tender. Remove the chicken from the casserole and transfer to a chopping board, then shred the meat off the bone using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pan, then tip in the black beans along with the liquid from the can, the drained kidney beans, vinegar and chocolate. Stir well to combine all of the ingredients and melt the chocolate, then turn the heat up to medium and simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 mins, or until the mixture has thickened slightly.
- Remove the cinnamon stick, season to taste and stir though most, or all of the coriander leaves (you can reserve a few leaves to scatter over at the end, if you like). Serve the chilli with rice or tortilla chips, topped with guacamole and soured cream, if using, and scatter over any remaining coriander.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For the best results, use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, ripe vegetables and flavorful cheese will make all the difference.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. Nachos are a great way to use up leftovers, so feel free to add whatever you have on hand.
- If you're using leftover chili, be sure to reheat it thoroughly before topping the nachos.
- To keep your nachos crispy, don't overload them with toppings. Add just enough to cover the chips without making them soggy.
- Nachos are best served hot and fresh, so be sure to eat them right away.
Conclusion:
Nachos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick and easy meal. With so many different ways to make them, there's sure to be a nacho recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy meal, give nachos a try!
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