Loaded Beef & Cheese Nachos 🌮🧀✨
Crunchy tortilla chips layered with savory beef, gooey cheddar, and colorful fresh toppings—perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as comfort food.
Ingredients 🛒
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- ½ cup diced green peppers
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning (or paprika, cumin, chili powder blend)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, jalapeños
Instructions 👩🍳
- Cook beef: In skillet, brown ground beef. Drain excess fat. Season with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Layer chips: Spread tortilla chips on baking sheet or oven-safe platter.
- Add beef & cheese: Spoon beef evenly over chips. Sprinkle shredded cheddar generously.
- Bake: Place in oven at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes until cheese melts.
- Top fresh: Add tomatoes, onion, peppers, and cilantro after baking.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with sour cream, guacamole, or jalapeños on the side.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Add refried beans or queso sauce between layers.
- Variation: Swap beef for shredded chicken or pulled pork.
- Serving idea: Build individual nacho bowls for easy portioning.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes
- Kcal: ~350 per serving
- Servings: 4–6
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Loaded Beef & Cheese Nachos—crispy, cheesy, and colorful 🌮🧀✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you add jalapeños or keep them mild?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next game night.” • “Tag a friend who loves nachos.” • “Cheesy layers, crunchy chip bliss.”