Ingredients
▢16 ounces tortilla chips
▢1 pound ground beef
▢2 tablespoons taco seasoning
▢1/4 cup water
▢15 ounce can refried beans
▢4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Additional Topping Ideas:
▢1/2 cup sour cream
▢1/2 cup guacamole
▢1/3 cup sliced olives
▢1/2 cup fresh salsa
▢1/3 cup roughly chopped cilantro
▢1/4 cup sliced or pickled jalapenos
▢1/4 cup diced red onion
▢1/4 cup sliced green onion
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in ground beef. Use a spoon to break up the meat and cook 8 to 10 minutes until beef is fully cooked through. Drain excess grease. Add in taco seasoning, stir, and cook 60-90 seconds.
Pour in water and add in refried beans. Stir to combine and cook until heated through. Keep warm.
Spread chips out onto a baking sheet (or other desired oven-safe baking dish including a 9×13 pan, cast iron skillet, or even a pie plate).
Sprinkle 2 cups of the cheese over the chips. Dot with the beef and bean mixture. Top with remaining 2 cups of cheese.
Bake in the 350°F oven for 5 to 7 minutes, until cheese is fully melted.
Remove from heat and add additional toppings as desired. Serve warm with sides such as guacamole, sour cream or salsa.
Notes
Homemade Taco Seasoning:
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoons paprika
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper