Bison Brisket Nachos

Bison Nachos Are a Quick & Easy Meal or Appetizer

You might already have cheese, vegetables and tortilla chips sitting in your kitchen so there should be no need for a special trip to the grocery store. After gathering the ingredients it bakes in about 10 minutes, making this a delicious and quick 20-minute meal or appetizer option.

Ingredients

• tortilla chips - Regular salted tortilla chips work great.
• Monterey Jack cheese - I love how this cheese melts but you could also use mozzarella or cheddar.
• leftover bison brisket - You can use smoked or not but smoked brisket is ideal.
• corn kernels - Can use canned, frozen or grilled for some added smoky flavor (check out how to grill corn here).
• Roma tomatoes - I like using Roma for their low water content but you can use sliced cherry or grape tomatoes as well.
• red onion - Can substitute with white onion if desired.
• fresh cilantro - This is optional. Check out more cilantro recipes here.
• pickled jalapenos - Also optional.
• condiments - Pick your favorite condiments for nachos such as salsa, sour cream, Mexican guacamole and hot sauce.

*See ingredient amounts in recipe card.

How to Make Bison Brisket Nachos

1. Preheat oven. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Add chips to pan. Place the tortilla chips in a 12” cast iron skillet or on a baking sheet. Top the chips with the cheese and then shredded brisket.
3. Bake. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven or until the cheese melts.
4. Add fresh veg. Add the corn, tomatoes, onions, fresh cilantro and pickled jalapenos (if using).
5. Serve. Serve the bison brisket nachos with your favorite condiments on the side such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole and tomatillo hot sauce.

Top Tips

• Here’s a tip from the local butcher: If you cannot get your hands on a brisket or are simply looking to save some money for a cut with similar results, ask your butcher to cut an outside round flat roast (aka. bottom round) with the fat cap.
• Toppings: When you're ready to serve, give your nachos a refreshing, cooling texture with fresh vegetables and a helping of sour cream. You can try different Mexican cuisine staples to change it up, including bell peppers, chili peppers, black beans, refried beans, sliced avocados and various cheeses.
• Side condiments: If you're serving a group, consider offering the vegetable toppings and condiments on the side instead of adding them to the nachos so that your guests can customize their plates.
• Drink pairing: Consider enjoying your nachos with a hearty beer or Mexican cocktail like these frozen margaritas.
• Dessert pairing: For dessert, try out these margarita cake pops to match the Mexican theme. They’re a party food staple!
• Plating: Break out your brightest, most colorful plates and glasses for a festive touch.

Storage & Reheating

These nachos are best when consumed immediately but if you do have leftovers, they should be stored covered in the refrigerator. The nachos can be reheated in the oven to enjoy for up to two to three days.

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