Description
Loaded Beef Nachos are a delicious and hearty dish perfect for parties or a cozy night in. This recipe features layers of crispy tortilla chips topped with a savory beef mixture, melted cheese, and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade mix: chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or salsa
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 large bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for stretchiness)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1–2 jalapeños, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 avocado, diced or guacamole (optional)
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and sauté until soft.
- Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it browns.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a baking sheet or foil tray, spread a layer of tortilla chips.
- Spoon some beef mixture evenly over the chips.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Repeat with another layer of chips, beef, and cheese.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Immediately top with diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, and cilantro.
- Add avocado or guacamole if desired.
- Serve hot with salsa and sour cream on the side.
Notes
- Feel free to customize toppings based on your preferences.
- For a spicier kick, add more jalapeños or a hot salsa.
- Leftover beef mixture can be used in tacos or burritos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg