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    Loaded Nachos

    Published: Sep 19, 2013 · Updated: Jan 29, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

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    Fully loaded nachos with a double layer of chips covered in beef, red or black beans, peppers, onions, cheese, avocado, tomatoes & jalapeños and baked in the oven.

    plate of nachos with avocado and salsa

    Healthier loaded nachos?

    Yes!!!

    Double layers of tortilla chips are topped with a seasoned ground beef, bean, onion, and bell pepper mixture, smothered in cheese, and sprinkled with fresh tomatoes, avocados, green onion, and a few jalapeños.

    YES, PLEASE AND THANK YOU!

    You can make these without beef if you want, too. Use ground turkey breast, shredded chicken, or make them vegetarian by omitting the meat all together and adding an additional cup of beans.

    You are free to make this healthy nachos recipe any way you like 🙂

    The recipe serves 4-8.

    plate of Loaded Nachos with chips, beef, beans, cheese, tomatoes, avocados

    I love serving these healthier loaded nachos for dinner, and they are also a crowd-pleasing appetizer to serve about 8 people.

    Oh and tortilla chips differ in size, so they're serving size differs as well.

    I like the triangle shaped chips but it's up to your own personal preference.

    I typically use about half (more or less) of an 11 oz. bag. Nutrition facts are based off using 6 ounces of chips.

    close up photo of nachos with beans, beef, cheese, avocados, and tomatoes

    There isn't much else for me to talk about other than the fact that they're down right delicious.

    Seeing as I look like a 4 year old and am covered in cheesy nacho love, they gotta be good!

    close up photo of nachos with beans, beef, cheese, avocados, and tomatoes

    and you're welcome 🙂

    Now get thee to the store and make these this weekend.

    Healthy Loaded Nachos from Living Well Kitchen

    Healthier Loaded Nachos

    Fully loaded nachos with a double layer of chips covered in beef, red or black beans, peppers, onions, cheese, avocado, tomatoes & jalapeños and baked in the oven.
    5 from 4 votes
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Author: Meme

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces ground beef
    • 2 medium onions diced
    • 1 red bell pepper diced
    • 1 green bell pepper diced
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
    • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup beans any kind

    for the nachos:

    • 6 oz tortilla chips
    • 1-1/4 cup shredded cheese

    toppings:

    • 1 avocado diced
    • 2 roma tomatoes cored, seeded, & diced
    • 1 green onion diced
    • 1 small jalapenos sliced, if desired
    • salsa

    Instructions

    • If using the oven, preheat the oven to 400*F. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil for easier cleanup if desired.
    • Add ground beef, onions, and bell peppers to a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until ground beef is done. Drain if needed.
    • Add chili powder, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and beans to skillet. Stir well, and cook for about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.

    For the microwave:

    • Arrange half of chips on 2 large or 4 small plates. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the cheese. Top with half of the ground beef mixture. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the cheese. Top with remaining chips. Top with the remaining ground beef mixture, and then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
    • Microwave for 45-60 seconds until cheese is melted.
    • Top with desired toppings. Enjoy!

    For the oven:

    • Arrange half of chips in 2 large or 4 small circles on the prepared baking sheet(s). 
    • Sprinkle with 1/3 of the cheese. Top with half of the ground beef mixture. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the cheese. Top with remaining chips. Top with the remaining ground beef mixture, and then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
    • Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned. Top with desired toppings. Enjoy!

    Notes

    *Serves 4 for main meal or 8 for appetizer. Nutrition facts calculated for 8 servings.
    Did you try this recipe?Be sure to leave a comment & recipe rating below. Bonus points for tagging @memeinge & #livingwellkitchen on Instagram! THANK YOU! xo

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    Nutrition Facts
    Healthier Loaded Nachos
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    230
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    7
    g
    11
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    20
    mg
    7
    %
    Sodium
     
    213
    mg
    9
    %
    Potassium
     
    494
    mg
    14
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    29
    g
    10
    %
    Fiber
     
    6
    g
    25
    %
    Sugar
     
    2
    g
    2
    %
    Protein
     
    12
    g
    24
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    920
    IU
    18
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    38.1
    mg
    46
    %
    Calcium
     
    72
    mg
    7
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    *
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    What I used in this recipe:

    Meme

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    1. Sean M says

      January 31, 2014 at 9:36 am

      There's nothing healthy about this!!! The differences in lean ground beef and higher fat is minimal because of improper labeling regulations. Better yet, substitute that beef for something that's actually healthy!

      Dump the grated cheese too, since all commercial grated cheese contains cellulose. And NEVER, EVER buy reduced fat.

      There's no such thing as a health tortilla chip.

      Reply
      • Meme says

        January 31, 2014 at 2:37 pm

        Thanks for your comment. We are all entitled to have our own opinions about health. By the way, I never recommend pre-shredded cheese. I always grate my own 🙂

        Reply
    2. Shawn says

      February 01, 2014 at 8:11 am

      This looks great! It's much healthier than the nachos I eat, and I wil try it! Good job!

      Reply
    3. Pamela says

      February 21, 2014 at 11:02 am

      I made these nachos 3 weeks ago for a movie night with some family members. They were delicious! In the past my nacho making consisted of chips and some cheese microwaved together, which led to a dry/burned cheese on chip experience. I got a bunch of compliments on this recipe and am having them back tonight for more! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂

      Reply
      • Meme says

        February 21, 2014 at 11:36 am

        Oh my gosh you just made my day!! Thanks for taking the time to come back and comment.
        I am SO happy you enjoyed them; aren't they the best?! 🙂 Have a nice weekend!

        Reply
    4. Harriet says

      March 23, 2018 at 7:53 pm

      I love ground meat as a nachos topping, I'm going to give your recipe a try. Thanksl

      Reply
      • Meme says

        March 23, 2018 at 9:59 pm

        Thank you!! Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    5. Holly Marie Pelton says

      August 14, 2018 at 9:47 am

      5 stars
      My family loves nachos so I will definitely be making these this week for them!

      Reply
    6. Liz says

      August 19, 2018 at 2:33 pm

      5 stars
      Could nachos be any more perfect? I think not!

      Reply
    7. Lorie says

      August 19, 2018 at 8:04 pm

      5 stars
      Not gonna lie, I typically make the most boring nachos around. That stops now thanks to these!!!

      Reply
    8. deedee says

      February 29, 2020 at 6:04 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for this recipe! Can't wait to try.

      Reply
      • Meme says

        March 03, 2020 at 9:22 pm

        Hooray!! Thanks 🙂

        Reply

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