Description
These Football Party Loaded Nachos with Ground Beef are the ultimate game day feast. Featuring a sturdy base of thick-cut tortilla chips, savory seasoned beef, and a double layer of melted cheese, this recipe feeds a crowd of 6-8 people in under 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 packet (28g) taco seasoning (mild to medium)
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- 1 can (15oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups (200g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (100g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (100g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (optional)
- 1 large bag (13oz) thick-cut tortilla chips
- ½ cup (75g) jalapeños, sliced
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup (50g) green onions, sliced
- ½ cup (120g) sour cream
- 1 cup (240g) chunky salsa
- 1 cup (240g) guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until no pink remains (5-6 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the beef. Stir well and simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the drained black beans.
- Spread a single layer of tortilla chips on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle half of the cheese blend (cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack) evenly over the chips.
- Spread the seasoned beef mixture over the cheese layer. Scatter jalapeños and diced tomatoes on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the toppings.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chip edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven. Immediately dollop with sour cream and spoon on guacamole.
- Sprinkle with green onions and fresh salsa. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, shred your own cheese to ensure smooth melting. Use thick-cut, restaurant-style chips to prevent sogginess. Add fresh toppings like tomatoes, green onions, salsa, and guacamole after baking to maintain texture and crunch. If serving over a long period, keep the oven on low (200°F) and reheat the pan briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 22
Keywords: football nachos, game day food, loaded nachos, ground beef nachos, party appetizer, easy nacho recipe, super bowl snacks