I don’t think nachos get any better than these BBQ Brisket Nachos. Crunchy tortilla chips covered with shredded beef brisket and cheese plus all kinds of toppings. These nachos are totally customizable so that the whole family will enjoy them.

BBQ Brisket Nachos in a cast iron pan.

Leftover Brisket

Since I discovered THE BEST Oven Barbecued Beef Brisket EVER, I’ve been using the leftovers in all kinds of ways. Like these Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwiches.

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As much as I love a grilled cheese sandwich, I’ll take a plate of loaded BBQ Nachos over just about anything. In my mind, BBQ Nachos are the best party food, finger food, appetizer, snack, main dish, lunch. I’ll eat them any time of day for any meal. Even breakfast.

BBQ Brisket Nachos - perfect for game day and a great way to use up leftover brisket!

But honestly, is there any more perfect food for game day? I don’t watch much football. OK, I don’t watch any football. But I’m not opposed to helping other people stay well fed while they watch football.

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BBQ Brisket Nachos- perfect for game day and a great way to use up leftover brisket.

The Brisket recipe I use for this makes the smokiest brisket, so tender and juicy. You’d never guess it was completely cooked in the oven.

You could also use pulled pork or pulled chicken for this recipe, but I’m telling you this brisket can’t be beat.

BBQ Brisket Nachos- perfect for game day and a great way to use up leftover brisket.

The brisket has been cooked in a sweet and a little spicy BBQ Sauce and I love how it tastes with some crunchy, salty tortilla chips. Add some gooey cheese, corn, sour cream, onion, cilantro, and jalapenos for out of this world nachos!

Use Cast Iron

These Cast Iron Servers are perfect for heating and serving nachos. The cast iron really retains heat well and will help the nachos stay warm until the last one gets eaten. A cast iron skillet also works well. If you don’t have cast iron, make the nachos on a rimmed baking sheet.

BBQ Brisket Nachos- perfect for game day and a great way to use up leftover brisket.

Add Lots Of Toppings

Not only does this nacho recipe make the perfect gameday spread or party appetizer, it is perfect to customize and you can add all your favorite toppings. Pinto beans, guacamole, queso, green onions, and jalapeno all work well.

Recipe Tips

  • Don’t use thin tortilla chips. You want a really sturdy tortilla chip so the weight of the toppings doesn’t break the chips.
  • Use your favorite BBQ Sauce. I like one that is fairly thick, sweet and tangy like Sweet Baby Ray’s.
BBQ Brisket Nachos- perfect for game day and a great way to use up leftover brisket.

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BBQ Brisket Nachos

5 from 1 vote

By Christin Mahrlig

Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
 Crunchy tortilla chips covered with shredded beef brisket and cheese plus all kinds of toppings. Perfect for gameday and easy to customize.
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Ingredients

  • 1 to 2 cups leftover shredded BBQ Brisket
  • BBQ Sauce
  • Tortilla Chips
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 2 cups shredded cheese, (Colby Jack, Cheddar, or any Mexican blend)
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup pico de gallo or salsa
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • If BBQ Brisket is dry or doesn’t have much sauce, toss it with a little BBQ Sauce.
  • Spread tortilla chips out on a baking sheet or cast iron pan.
  • Top with brisket, corn, and cheese. Place in oven until cheese is melted.
  • To serve, top with red onion, pico de gallo, cilantro, and sour cream.

Notes

The toppings can be customized. Other great choices are pinto beans, guacamole, jalapenos, and green onion.

Nutrition

Calories: 733kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 885mg | Potassium: 476mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 619IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 393mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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12 Comments

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  2. Greg A. says:

    Try this: substitute Kettle brand, Backyard BBQ potato chips for the tortilla chips and substitute sliced jalapeno peppers for the red onions. Trust me, this takes it to a whole new level!

    1. Christin Mahrlig says:

      Oh wow! I will have to try that. Love BBQ Potato Chips!

  3. April @ Girl Gone Gourmet says:

    The only thing I like about football games is the food – would totally show up to watch a game if I got to have some of these!

  4. Luis Ramirez says:

    I am definitely going to try this recipe and put it into the rotation. I usually make brisket tacos, hash and sandwiches with my leftovers. BTW, great photos!

  5. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says:

    Do I hate to share? Because I’m pretty sure I could inhale that whole stack of nachos! Delicious!

  6. Marcie says:

    These nachos look amazing with the brisket, and these would be the perfect Game Day food!

  7. annie@ciaochowbambina says:

    Okay! I can’t believe how far you’ve taken that brisket…I’m in heaven! Now, I’m more convinced than ever that I need to make it – to go on and reap the enormous rewards! Your photos are delectable, by the way!

  8. Medeja says:

    For breakfast it would be too much, but for lunch these nachos would be perfect ๐Ÿ™‚

  9. Mary @chattavore says:

    Um, you had me at brisket nachos, Christin. These look positively fantastic!

  10. birthday cupcake says:

    Nice nachos salad, One question : can i add some spice on it?