Description
Cheesy, fully loaded nachos stacked with your favorite toppings—perfect for parties, game days, or quick dinners. This Mexican-inspired dish combines crispy tortilla chips with seasoned meat, beans, vegetables, and melted cheese for a flavorful and satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Base
- Tortilla chips (or low-carb chips) – enough to cover a baking sheet
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup cooked seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken
- ½ cup black beans
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced jalapeños
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream – for serving
- Salsa – for serving
- Guacamole – for serving
- Green onion, thinly sliced – for garnish
- Cilantro leaves – for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (205°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready to melt the cheese perfectly.
- Arrange the chips: Spread a single layer of tortilla chips evenly on a baking sheet for an ideal base that holds toppings well.
- Add toppings: Layer the cooked and seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken evenly over the chips, followed by black beans, corn, and then sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top to guarantee every bite is cheesy.
- Bake the nachos: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and become bubbly.
- Add fresh toppings: Remove from the oven and immediately top the nachos with diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and any additional optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, green onions, and cilantro to add freshness and extra flavor.
- Serve: Serve the loaded nachos hot for the best taste and texture, perfect for sharing as an appetizer, snack, or casual dinner.
Notes
- Use a cast-iron skillet instead of a baking sheet for extra crispy nachos with even heat distribution.
- Make the dish vegetarian by omitting the meat and adding extra beans or plant-based protein alternatives.
- Add queso or a cheese sauce for an even cheesier and creamier version.
- Customize toppings based on personal preference, such as adding olives, avocado slices, or different salsas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
