Super Bowl Nacho Platter (Printable)
Crispy tortilla chips topped with seasoned beef, melted cheese blend, fresh vegetables, and creamy sauces for the ultimate game day spread.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat & Protein
01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
06 - ½ cup water
→ Chips
07 - 9 oz tortilla chips
→ Cheese
08 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Fresh Toppings
10 - 1 large tomato, diced
11 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
12 - 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
13 - ½ cup sliced black olives
14 - 1 avocado, diced
15 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Sauces & Sides
16 - ½ cup sour cream
17 - ½ cup salsa
18 - ¼ cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
19 - Lime wedges, for serving
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
04 - Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
05 - Spread tortilla chips evenly on a large, oven-safe platter or baking sheet.
06 - Sprinkle half the cheese over the chips. Evenly distribute the seasoned beef over the cheese, then top with the remaining cheese.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 8–10 minutes.
08 - Remove from oven. Top with tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, olives, avocado, and cilantro.
09 - Drizzle with sour cream and salsa, or serve them on the side. Add pickled jalapeños and lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- It is the ultimate crowd pleaser that vanishes the moment it hits the table.
- You can pile on as many or as few toppings as your specific cravings demand.
02 -
- Never bake the fresh vegetables or they will turn into a soggy, sad mess.
- Draining the beef fat is crucial because nobody wants an oil puddle at the bottom of the plate.
03 -
- Always use a baking sheet with a rim to prevent cheese from dripping onto the bottom of your oven.
- Serve this dish immediately because the texture changes drastically once it cools down.