Tex-Mex Free recipe

Loaded Nachos

There is a reason Loaded Nachos shows up on repeat in this kitchen: a loaded sheet of tortilla chips smothered in cheese, beef, and toppings. A gentle simmer -- not a hard boil -- is what keeps everything tender instead of tough.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 25 min Total: 30 min

30Minutes

6Servings

4.9Rating

EasyLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

Ready in about 30 minutes from start to finish.
The components can be made ahead and reheated without losing quality.
Scales up easily for a crowd -- just multiply the ingredients.

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings

1 large bag tortilla chips
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp taco seasoning
2 cups shredded cheddar
1 can black beans, drained
1 cup pico de gallo
1 jalapeno, sliced
sour cream and guacamole to serve

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

550Calories

38gFat

17gCarbs

34gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Brown the beef in a skillet over medium-high, 7 minutes, then stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water and simmer 2 minutes.
Step 2
Spread half the chips on a foil-lined baking sheet. Scatter over half the beef, beans, and cheese.
Step 3
Layer on the rest of the chips, beef, beans, and cheese.
Step 4
Bake 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
Step 5
Top with pico de gallo and jalapeno slices. Add dollops of sour cream and guacamole and serve straight away.

Cook's tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.
Prep all the ingredients before you start cooking; this one moves quickly once it is on the heat.

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