Cheesy Ground Beef Nacho Bake
A hearty oven-baked dish that combines tortilla chips, ground beef, and nacho cheese, perfect for a crowd.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Tortilla chips
- 1 lb Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or sausage.
- 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning Adjust to taste.
- 2 cups Nacho cheese sauce
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar Can be shredded or thinly sliced.
- 1 Jalapeño Seeded and chopped.
- 1.5 cups Salsa Use your favorite brand or homemade.
- Salt To taste after adding sauces and cheese.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground meat fully in a skillet, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat before mixing it with the sauce and other filling ingredients.
Assembly and Baking
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Lay out a generous layer of tortilla chips in a baking dish.
- Top those chips with your cooked and seasoned ground beef, drizzle on the nacho cheese sauce, and sprinkle a hearty amount of shredded cheddar on top.
- Place it in the oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until everything is melty.
- Continue baking as necessary until the center is hot and the edges are bubbling. If the topping browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a better bake, spread the filling evenly in the dish and check that the center is hot. Pair with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables. For make-ahead convenience, prepare components ahead and refrigerate.