Easy Loaded Nachos Recipe
These easy baked nachos are loaded with ground beef and classic vegetable toppings and condiments. The tortilla chips are baked with a browned ground beef and refried bean topping, and a generous layer of melty cheese. Finish these crispy, cheesy nachos with fresh pico de gallo or diced tomatoes along with your favorite toppings. Spice them up with pickled jalapeño rings or fresh sliced jalapeño or Fresno peppers, and serve them with an optional garnish of sour cream, guacamole, diced avocado, cilantro, and sliced green onions.
Nachos are a great choice for game day gatherings, tv night, or midnight craving, and they make a tasty side dish to serve alongside burritos, burgers, wings, or tacos. They're fabulous party food as well. Serve the hot cheese-topped nachos surrounded by bowls of popular toppings and sauces. Your guests will enjoy adding their favorite toppings.
Ingredients:
For the Nachos
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, more for the pan
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
- 12 ounces tortilla chips
- 8 ounces shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
For the Toppings
- 1 cup pico de gallo, or diced tomatoes, optional
- 1/2 cup sour cream, optional
- 1 medium avocado, diced, or 1/2 cup guacamole, optional
- 1/3 cup sliced jalapeño peppers, fresh or pickled, optional
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, optional
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions, optional