# What you'll need:
→ Protein
01 - 1/2 lb ground beef (or ground turkey or plant-based mince)
→ Spices
02 - 1 tsp chili powder
03 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
04 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/4 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Base
09 - 7 oz tortilla chips (about 1 large bag)
→ Cheese
10 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
11 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Toppings
12 - 1 medium tomato, diced
13 - 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
14 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
15 - 1/4 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
16 - 1/4 cup canned sweet corn, drained
17 - 2 tbsp sliced black olives (optional)
18 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
→ To Serve
19 - Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole (for serving)
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef while breaking it up with a spoon until browned and fully cooked, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the cooked meat. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
04 - Spread tortilla chips evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Layer cooked meat mixture over the chips, followed by black beans and corn.
05 - Distribute shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly across the layered chips and toppings.
06 - Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Remove tray from oven and immediately top with diced tomato, chopped red onion, sliced jalapeño, black olives, and fresh cilantro.
08 - Serve hot with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole on the side.
