Loaded Beef Nachos 

Here’s a delightful twist on nachos—packed with seasoned beef, beans, cheese, and all your favorite toppings—perfect for sharing or savoring solo. Ready in just about 15 minutes, this dish layers crunchy tortilla chips with a flavorful beef mixture, melted cheese, and creamy beans, then finishes off with a zesty topping of sour cream, salsa, olives, jalapeños, and green onion. It’s a satisfying, flavor-packed snack that delivers bold Tex‑Mex vibes in every bite. 

Ingredients

• Taco Seasoning:*
  
  

• 5 tsp paprika
  
  

• 1 ¼ tsp garlic powder
  
  

• 1 ¼ tsp ground cumin
  
  

• 1 ¼ tsp onion powder
  
  

• 1 tsp chili powder
  
  

• 1 tsp oregano leaves
  
  

• 1 ½ tsp salt Allrecipes
  
  

• Nachos:*
  
  

• 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  
  

• 1 lb ground beef
  
  

• 1 cup diced onion
  
  

• 1 cup diced green bell pepper
  
  

• 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  
  

• 1 (15 oz) can Mexican‑style corn (optional)
  
  

• 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
  
  

• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (or as needed)
  
  

• 4 oz tortilla chips (or as needed)
  
  

• Toppings (optional):*
  
  

• ½ cup sour cream
  
  

• ½ cup salsa
  
  

• ¼ cup sliced black olives
  
  

• ¼ cup sliced jalapeños
  
  

• ¼ cup chopped green onion
  
  

Directions

1. Make the taco seasoning: Mix all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
   
   

2. Cook the beef mixture: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and crumbly (about 5–7 minutes). Add the diced onion and green pepper, cooking until most liquid evaporates (about 2 more minutes).
   
   

3. Stir in half the can of diced tomatoes with chilies and the corn (if using). Season with the prepared taco seasoning to taste.
   
   

4. Heat beans and tomatoes: Combine the remaining half can of diced tomatoes with chilies and refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until warmed through, stirring every 30 seconds (about 1–3 minutes).
   
   

5. Assemble nachos: Arrange half the tortilla chips on a microwave-safe plate. Dollop spoonfuls of the bean‑tomato mix onto the chips, followed by beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese. Repeat layers with the remaining chips, beans, beef, and cheese.
   
   

6. Microwave on high for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the nachos are heated.
   
   

7. Top with sour cream, salsa, olives, jalapeños, and green onion as desired.
   
   

Nutrients (per serving, serves 4)

• Calories: 817
  
  

• Total Fat: 46 g (Saturated Fat: 15 g)
  
  

• Cholesterol: 129 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 1970 mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 56 g (Dietary Fiber: 11 g; Sugars: 10 g)
  
  

• Protein: 48 g