Name: Chili-Cheese Nachos
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 0.75 cup finely chopped white onion; 0.5 cup finely chopped red bell pepper; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 0.25 cup water; 8 ounces tortilla chips; 2 cups shredded cheese, such as Cheddar or pepper Jack

Chili-Cheese Nachos

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Make nachos a healthy dinner when you top them with an easy 30-minute chili. Serve this healthy recipe with sliced scallions, avocado, fresh tomatoes and sour cream, if desired.

Carolyn Malcoun

Updated on July 9, 2019

Prep Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Bone Health Egg Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Healthy Pregnancy High Calcium High-Protein Low Added Sugars Low Sodium Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
¾ cup finely chopped white onion
½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
¼ cup water
8 ounces tortilla chips
2 cups shredded cheese, such as Cheddar or pepper Jack

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Cook beef, onion, bell pepper and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumbling the beef with a spatula, until the meat is browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano and coriander; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add tomatoes (with their juice) and water and simmer for 5 minutes.
Top chips with the chili and cheese. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 7 minutes.

Tips

To make ahead: Refrigerate chili (Step 2) for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

384	Calories
22g	Fat
25g	Carbs
21g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 1/2 cup chili & 1 oz. chips each
Calories 384
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 25g	9%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 21g	42%
Total Fat 22g	28%
Saturated Fat 9g	43%
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Vitamin A 1435IU	29%
Vitamin C 20mg	22%
Folate 29mcg	7%
Sodium 425mg	18%
Calcium 267mg	21%
Iron 3mg	15%
Magnesium 55mg	13%
Potassium 447mg	10%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.