Loaded Nachos Plate Fully Loaded
A bold plate of crispy tortilla chips topped with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings, perfect for sharing or as a vibrant centerpiece for any gathering.
Equipment
- 1 skillet
- 1 oven-safe plate or tray
Ingredients
- 8 oz tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar-jack or Mexican blend cheese
- ½ lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons water
- ½ cup black beans drained
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced jalapeños
- ¼ cup sliced red onions
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup guacamole
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned.
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the beef and mix well.
- Add water and simmer for 2–3 minutes, then set beef aside.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread tortilla chips evenly on a large oven-safe plate or tray.
- Scatter cooked beef, black beans, corn, and shredded cheese over the chips.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and add diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and sliced red onions.
- Drizzle sour cream and guacamole over the top and finish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve the nachos stacked high with visible layers for a bold presentation.
Notes
- Toast chips 3 minutes before topping for extra crispiness.
- Add chipotle sauce or hot salsa for spice.
- Swap beef with shredded chicken for a different protein.
- Make vegetarian by doubling beans and corn.
- Mix mozzarella with cheddar for a gooey cheese pull.