Appetizer: United States – Classic Tex-Mex Nachos Grande
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Serving Size: 8
Approximate Time
Prep
15 min
Cook
8 min
Total
23 min
Ingredients
12–16 oz / 340–450 g sturdy tortilla chips 1 lb / 450 g ground beef 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade) 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack blend 1 can pickled jalapeños, sliced 1 cup (240 ml) diced tomatoes or pico de gallo 1 / 2 cup (75 g) sliced black olives (optional) Sour cream and guacamole, for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat broiler (or oven to 425°F/220°C). Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain, stir in taco seasoning and a little water, simmer until thickened. 2. Spread half the chips on a large baking sheet or ovenproof platter, sprinkle half the cheese, then half the beef; repeat to form layers. 3. Top with jalapeños and olives. 4. Broil or bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, 3–6 minutes under broiler or 6–8 minutes at 425°F. 5. Remove, scatter diced tomatoes or pico de gallo, and serve with sour cream and guacamole.
Estimated Nutritional Information*
Per serving | Servings: 8
Calories: 226 kcal
Carbohydrates: 1.3 g
Protein: 16.4 g
Fat: 17 g
Saturated fat: 8 g
Trans fat: 0.8 g
Cholesterol: 63 mg
Sodium: 202 mg
Potassium: 229 mg
Calcium: 187 mg
Iron: 1.27 mg
Vitamin A: 89 µg RAE
Generated: 2026-11-05T19:37:09+00:00
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded.