Loaded Nacho Platter

🕒 Recipe Overview

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 15 minutes

• Total Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 4–6
  

🧀 Ingredients

For the Nachos:

• 1 large bag tortilla chips (about 10–12 oz)

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade mix)

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)

• 1 jalapeño, sliced

• ½ cup diced tomatoes

• ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)

• ¼ cup diced red onion (optional)
  

For the Toppings:

• ½ cup guacamole

• ½ cup sour cream

• ¼ cup salsa or pico de gallo

• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  

🌶️ Directions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Cook the Beef:
   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

3. Assemble the Nachos:
   On a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter, spread out a layer of tortilla chips. Top evenly with half the cheese, cooked beef, and sliced jalapeños. Add another layer of chips and repeat with remaining cheese and beef.

4. Bake:
   Place in the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

5. Add Fresh Toppings:
   Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, olives, onions, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.

6. Garnish and Serve:
   Sprinkle with fresh cilantro, grab some napkins, and dig in while it’s hot and cheesy!