Description
Indulge in a fiesta of flavors with Loaded Cheesy Beef Nachos, the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion. Each bite offers a delightful crunch paired with savory ground beef, gooey melted cheese, and a medley of fresh toppings. Ideal for game day or casual gatherings, these nachos are quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit every palate. Get ready to impress your guests and elevate your entertaining game!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz tortilla chips
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 medium jalapeño, sliced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning with a splash of water; simmer until thickened.
- On a baking sheet, layer half of the tortilla chips, followed by half of the seasoned beef and one cup of shredded cheese.
- Sprinkle black beans and jalapeños over the top, add another layer of chips, remaining beef, and cheese.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and top with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (about 204g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding diced tomatoes or olives as additional toppings. Swap out ground beef for chicken or use black beans for a vegetarian option. To keep nachos crispy, avoid overloading them with toppings.