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How to Make Loaded Beef Nachos Without Soggy Chips

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Level up snack night with this easy beef nachos recipe. Crispy oven baked loaded nachos topped with savory beef and all the best fixings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tex Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 1 pound ground beef Choose lean for less grease
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder adds smoky heat
  • 1 teaspoon cumin for warm, earthy undertone
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Nachos Assembly
  • 1 bag tortilla chips thick-cut or restaurant-style
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese melts beautifully
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese adds smooth, mild melt
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup fresh salsa homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup sour cream dollop generously
  • to taste jalapeños fresh or pickled
  • to taste chopped cilantro sprinkle for freshness

Method
 

For the Beef Filling
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is no longer pink.
  2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the onions are translucent and the mixture is fragrant.
For the Assembly
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and place a baking sheet or ovenproof skillet on the rack to heat.
  2. Arrange a single layer of tortilla chips evenly on the heated baking sheet or skillet, ensuring they do not overlap excessively.
  3. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses generously over the chips.
  4. Bake at 375°F for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges of the chips are golden brown.
For the Toppings
  1. Remove the nachos from the oven, top with dollops of fresh salsa and sour cream, and garnish with jalapeños and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 24gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings to your liking for the best experience.