Shrimp & Sausage Nacho Explosion
A delicious and easy nacho recipe with zesty shrimp, savory sausage, and melty cheese, perfect for gatherings or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Nacho Explosion
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound sausage (Andouille or your favorite)
- 1 bag tortilla chips the crunchier, the better!
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained optional for extra heartiness
- 1 cup diced tomatoes fresh or canned
- 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños for those who like the heat!
- 1 avocado diced for creaminess
- 1/2 cup sour cream for that cool touch
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped to garnish
For the Spicy Shrimp Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 to taste salt and pepper
- 1 lime Juice of 1 for a little zing!
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss in the shrimp and let them soak up those flavors for about 15-20 minutes.
- While the shrimp is marinating, cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Cooking
- In the same skillet, add the marinated shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until pink and fully cooked.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a large baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips and layer them with cooked sausage, shrimp, black beans, diced tomatoes, and half of the cheese. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Assembly
- Once out of the oven, garnish with sliced jalapeños, diced avocado, sour cream, and fresh cilantro.
- Serve and enjoy your Shrimp & Sausage Nacho Explosion!
Notes
Feel free to experiment with toppings or swap ingredients. For a stretchy cheese effect, mix different cheeses. If you want it spicier, add hot sauce to the marinade.