Ground Turkey Nachos

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  • Ground Turkey Nachos
  • 6 -8 servings
  • Ingredients:
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 (14 ounce) can black beans (rinsed)
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) package whole grain tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 ripe tomato, diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper
  • My dry fajita seasoning-
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne chipotle powder
  • 1 tablespoon of corn starch
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk together- is equivalent to one pre made packet 
  • Directions:
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, begin to brown the ground turkey.
  • Stir in garlic, pepper, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1 tablespoon chives. Stir in 1 tablespoon hot sauce.
  • When the turkey is browned, stir in fajita seasoning mix.
  • Pour the beans into a microwave safe bowl, and heat in the microwave until softened.
  • Stir in 1 tablespoon chives and 1 tablespoon hot sauce.
  • Spread the whole grain tortilla chips across the bottom of a baking sheet. Spoon the beans mixture over the chips.
  • Then spread the turkey mixture across the top.
  • Sprinkle cheese and remaining 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes over the top.
  • Top with Diced tomatoes and fresh jalapeño slices
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 12-15 minutes
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 12 min
  • Total time: 27 minutes See More