What could be better than digging into a big pile of Keto Nachos with all your favorite toppings? Now you can enjoy this guilty-pleasure food without the guilt. Just imagine low-carb chips topped with perfectly-seasoned ground beef, plenty of cheese, and anything else your heart desires. (I love adding sliced jalapeños, guacamole, and lime!)
I have a love/hate relationship with eating at Mexican restaurants on a keto diet. I love the food… but it’s so hard to resist the tortilla chips!
Thanks to this recipe for Keto Nachos, now I can enjoy my favorite food without all the unwanted carbs (or guilt!)
It is perfect for a special night served with Keto Beef Enchiladas, Keto Chicken Fajita Casserole, Keto Taco Casserole or Chicken Taco Lettuce Wraps.
Ingredients
- Keto Chips - I like to use my keto tortilla chips recipe or tortilla chips made with my almond flour tortillas. If you don’t have time to make tortillas, you can use purchased low-carb tortillas to make chips.
- Cheese - The second most important ingredient in low-carb nachos. I like to use cheddar cheese, but you’re welcome to use pepper jack cheese or any combination of shredded cheeses you prefer.
- Ground Beef - I recommend using 80% or 85% lean ground beef.
Tips & Tricks
- I like to use homemade almond flour tortillas to make chips, but you could use fathead keto chips if you’re looking for grain free. Store-bought Quest low-carb chips would work as well. You could also buy keto tortillas, cut them into triangles, and bake or fry until crispy.
- I recommend shredding your own cheese whenever possible. Most store-bought shredded cheese includes additives and preservatives that will increase the carbs.
- Drain the meat after cooking if there’s a lot of excess grease. A little grease is good, but too much will make your chips soggy while they bake.
Topping Suggestions
When it comes to amazing nacho toppings, the possibilities are endless! But if you’re looking for some inspiration to throw on top of that melted cheese, here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Avocado or guacamole
- Diced red onion
- Jalapeño slices
- Chopped green onion
- Diced tomatoes
- Cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream
- Sliced radishes
- Sliced olives
Variations
- Buffalo Chicken Nachos - Top your keto chips with buffalo sauce, shredded chicken, blue cheese crumbles, celery, and ranch dressing for a fun twist on keto-friendly nachos.
- Chorizo Nachos - Replace the ground beef with chorizo sausage for an extra kick of flavor.
- BBQ Chicken Nachos - Use shredded chicken, BBQ Sauce, and avocado as your toppings. You could add a drizzle of ranch dressing as well, or serve on the side for dipping.
How to Make Keto Nachos
Cook the Meat
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the onion. Cook for 5 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Add the beef to the pan, breaking it up with the back of a spoon. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring to continue to break up the meat.
Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, chipotle chili powder, salt, and pepper, then cook for another 4 minutes. Drain if necessary.
Make the Nachos
Place the oven rack in the top position and preheat the broiler to high.
Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with parchment. Arrange the chips on the pan, then spoon the beef mixture over the chips. Sprinkle with cheese.
Place in the oven and cook for about 2 minutes until the cheese melts.
Top
Add your desired toppings and serve immediately.
Keto Nachos with Ground Beef
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- ¼ cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 8 ounces ground beef
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 recipe keto chips
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- Optional Toppings: radishes sliced olives, sliced jalapeño, cilantro, red onion, diced tomatoes, green onions, lime wedges, avocado, sour cream
Instructions
Cook the Meat
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the beef to the pan, breaking it up with the back of a spoon.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring to continue to break up the meat.
- Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, chipotle chili powder, salt and pepper. Cook for another 4 minutes.
Make the Nachos
- Place the oven rack in the top position. Preheat the broiler to high.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment and arrange the chips on the pan. Spoon the beef mixture over the chips and sprinkle with cheese.
- Cook for about 2 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
Top
- Top with the desired toppings and serve immediately.
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