How to Make Drum Smoker Nachos

Smoked Nachos Like Never Before: Drum Smoker Nachos Recipe

If you love nachos and BBQ, why not combine them for the ultimate smoky snack? These Drum Smoker Nachos bring bold flavors, melted cheese, and perfectly grilled skirt steak together in one incredible dish. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ, watching the big game, or just craving a loaded plate of nachos, this recipe delivers.

What makes these nachos stand out? It all starts with Big Poppa’s Cash Cow and Jallelujah Lime Seasonings, which add a deep, savory kick to the grilled skirt steak. Then, we layer crispy tortilla chips with beans, melty cheese, and smoky goodness straight from the drum smoker. To finish it off, we pile on hatch chili queso, pickled hatch chilis, fresh pico de gallo, creamy guacamole, cotija cheese, and a drizzle of Mexican crema—because more is always better when it comes to nachos.

🔥 Why You'll Love This Recipe:
✔️ Smoky, grilled skirt steak with bold BBQ flavors
✔️ Perfect for BBQ parties, game days, or weekend feasts
✔️ Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
✔️ Made in a drum smoker for a unique twist on classic nachos

Ready to take your nacho game to the next level? Grab your drum smoker, fire it up, and get ready to dig into a plate of loaded, smoky nachos that will have everyone coming back for more.

👉 Check out the full recipe and step-by-step instructions below!

Drum Smoker Nachos

Big Poppa

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Category

Appetizers

Cuisine

Mexican-inspired BBQ

Servings

6-8

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Take your snack game to another level with these irresistible Drum Smoker Nachos! Perfectly grilled skirt steak, bold Big Poppa seasonings, and a smoky twist make this dish a standout for game days, backyard parties, or anytime cravings hit. Loaded with cheese, beans, and fresh toppings, this recipe will be your go-to for feeding a crowd.

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Ingredients

• 1 lb Skirt Steak

• 1 tbsp Big Poppa’s Cash Cow Seasoning

• 1 tbsp Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Lime Seasoning

• ½ cup Chopped Cilantro

• 1 cup Pico de Gallo

• 1 cup Salsa

• 1 large bag Tortilla/Nacho Chips

• 1 cup Pre-cooked Pinto Beans

• 2 cups Shredded Cheese

• 1 cup Hatch Chili Queso

• 1/2 cup Pickled Hatch Chilis

• 2 Avocados (for guacamole)

• 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese

• 1/2 cup Mexican Crema

Directions

1. Preheat your drum smoker and raise the basket to grilling mode.

2. Season the skirt steak with Big Poppa’s Cash Cow and Jallelujah Lime Seasonings. Grill until seared and caramelized, then remove and let rest.

3. Chop the grilled steak into bite-sized pieces.

4. On a half sheet pan, layer tortilla chips, beans, steak, shredded cheese, and repeat until the desired amount is reached.

5. Lower the smoker basket, cover, and place the nachos inside for 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts.

6. Remove nachos from the smoker and top with hatch chili queso, pico de gallo, pickled hatch chilis, guacamole, and cotija cheese.

7. Drizzle salsa and Mexican crema over the top, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve immediately.

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Recipe Note

Pair these nachos with your favorite margaritas or cold beers for the ultimate BBQ experience!