Crowd-Pleasing Loaded Nacho Platter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-30 · Updated 2026-07-30

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A colorful, crunchy nacho platter layered with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings perfect for game day fun. This Mexican-inspired game-day recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs tortilla chips, ground beef, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 Mexican cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 cups tortilla chips
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp taco seasoning
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup drained and rinsed black beans
1/4 cup jalapeño slices
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through. Stir in 2 tbsp taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water, simmer for 2 minutes until thickened.
Step 2: Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread 8 cups tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter.
Step 3: Evenly distribute the seasoned beef, 1 cup black beans, 1 cup diced tomatoes, and 1/4 cup jalapeño slices over the chips.
Step 4: Sprinkle 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese evenly on top.
Step 5: Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 6: Remove from oven and garnish with 1/4 cup sliced green onions, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and dollops of 1/2 cup sour cream before serving.