Description
Loaded nachos are the ultimate comfort food, combining layers of crispy tortilla chips, melty cheese, seasoned protein, fresh vegetables, and creamy toppings. Perfect for game nights, parties, or casual family dinners, they’re fun to assemble, customizable, and universally loved. This recipe guides you step-by-step to make restaurant-style nachos at home, complete with tips, substitutions, and presentation ideas to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- Tortilla chips (thick, sturdy)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup cooked ground beef or shredded chicken (or beans for vegetarian option)
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced onions
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- 2–3 jalapeños, sliced
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup corn (optional)
- Sour cream, guacamole, salsa for topping
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook protein (meat or beans) with seasoning until fully prepared.
- Dice vegetables and prep all toppings.
- Spread tortilla chips evenly on a baking sheet or large dish.
- Layer half the cheese, then protein, veggies, and remaining cheese.
- Bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Add fresh toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for best melt.
- Avoid overcrowding chips to keep them crispy.
- Customize toppings to your preference for flavor variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack / Appetizer
- Method: Oven-baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg