Super Bowl Loaded Nachos (Printable)
A crowd-pleasing nacho bar with seasoned beef, cheeses, and fresh toppings for your next celebration.
# What You Need:
→ Beef Mixture
01 - 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended)
02 - 2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
03 - 1/2 cup water
→ Chips & Cheese
04 - 2 large bags (about 16 oz each) sturdy tortilla chips
05 - 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
07 - 1 cup nacho cheese sauce (optional, for drizzling)
→ Toppings
08 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
09 - 1 cup sour cream
10 - 1 cup guacamole
11 - 1 cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa
12 - 1/2 cup sliced black olives
13 - 1/2 cup sliced pickled jalapeños
14 - 1 cup diced tomatoes
15 - 1/2 cup chopped red onion
16 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
17 - 2 limes, cut into wedges
# Steps:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
02 - Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked beef and pour in the water. Stir thoroughly to combine, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 3–5 minutes until the mixture thickens and the flavors meld. Keep warm.
03 - Preheat your oven to 400°F in preparation for melting the cheese.
04 - Spread the tortilla chips in an even single layer across large baking sheets or oven-safe platters.
05 - Distribute the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the chips, ensuring good coverage.
06 - Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
07 - Transfer the cheesy chips to a serving table. Arrange bowls of seasoned beef, nacho cheese sauce (if using), and all toppings nearby so guests can customize their own nachos.
08 - Finish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side. Offer additional hot sauce for those who prefer extra heat.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- Everyone gets exactly what they want without you playing short order cook
- The beef stays warm and inviting while toppings stay fresh and crisp
- It transforms your living room into the kind of party people talk about for years
02 -
- Soggy chips ruin everything, so keep the beef and toppings in separate bowls until serving time
- The cheese sauce thickens as it cools, so stir in a splash of milk if it gets too thick
- Line your baking sheets with parchment paper for the easiest cleanup of your life
03 -
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the beef right before serving to wake up all the spices
- Toast your chips in the oven for 3 minutes before adding cheese if you want extra crunch