Ultimate Layered Loaded Nachos
These Ultimate Layered Loaded Nachos are packed with a savory meat base, black beans, corn, and gooey cheese, all piled high on sturdy tortilla chips. Perfect for a crowd, they're baked to perfection for a satisfying crunch and melty goodness in every bite.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large bag sturdy corn tortilla chips about 13 oz
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can corn drained (or 1 cup frozen corn)
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies undrained
- 1 packet taco seasoning 1.25 oz
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeño slices
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream
- guacamole
- fresh salsa
- chopped cilantro
- sliced green onions
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef or turkey in a large skillet, then drain any excess grease. Stir in taco seasoning, Rotel tomatoes, black beans, and corn, simmering for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Layering and Baking
- Spread half of the tortilla chips on the baking sheet and sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
- Spoon half of the meat mixture and scatter half of the pickled jalapeño slices over the cheesy chips.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining chips, cheese, meat mixture, and jalapeños.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chips are lightly toasted.
Serving
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute or two before serving directly or transferring to a platter.
Notes
Keep a close eye on the nachos while baking to prevent burning. Serve with your favorite optional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or fresh salsa.