Kent's Nachos

Get ready to dive into a bold and satisfying snack with Kent's Nachos—a crowd-pleasing recipe that's perfect for game day, casual gatherings, or a fun family dinner. This recipe layers crispy tortilla chips with a gooey blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, seasoned ground beef, and hearty black beans, all baked to melted perfection. Topped with fresh jalapeños for a kick of heat, then finished off with creamy sour cream, zesty pico de gallo, ripe avocado, and a sprinkle of green onions and cilantro, every bite is packed with flavor and texture. Ready in just 25 minutes and loaded with customizable toppings, Kent's Nachos are your ultimate go-to for easy comfort food that delivers big on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Tortilla chips
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 lb Cooked ground beef (seasoned with taco seasoning)
• 1 cup Black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 2 whole Fresh jalapeños (sliced)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Pico de gallo
• 1 whole Avocado (sliced or cubed)
• 2 stalks Green onions (chopped)
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil (for greasing the pan)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 3

Spread half of the tortilla chips in an even layer on the baking sheet.

Step 4

Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the chips.

Step 5

Add half of the seasoned ground beef and black beans on top of the cheese.

Step 6

Layer the remaining tortilla chips on top, followed by the remaining cheeses, ground beef, and black beans.

Step 7

Scatter the sliced jalapeños across the top layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Carefully remove the nachos from the oven and let them cool slightly for 2 minutes.

Step 10

Dollop sour cream and pico de gallo over the nachos, and add the sliced avocado.

Step 11

Finish by sprinkling chopped green onions and cilantro for a fresh garnish.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1875.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5166.5

Total Fat 376.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 141.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 55.9g
Cholesterol 717.2mg	0%
Sodium 6819.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 286.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.6g	0%
Total Sugars 19.4g
Protein 210.4g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 3239.8mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 3582.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.0%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 21.3%