Try this mouthwatering Mexican Potato Nachos recipe and indulge in a flavorful and cheesy delight. Crispy baked potato slices topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and a medley of delicious toppings. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a quick snack.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onions
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup guacamole
- 1/4 cup salsa
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Scrub the potatoes and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Place the potato rounds in a large bowl and drizzle with vegetable oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange the potato slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown. Flip halfway through.
- In the meantime, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning to the cooked beef and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the baked potato slices from the oven and transfer them to a large oven-proof dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes and top with the seasoned ground beef.
- Place the dish back in the oven for 5-8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top the nachos with diced tomatoes, diced red onions, sliced black olives, jalapeno slices, chopped cilantro, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Mexican Potato Nachos immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Potato nachos are a fun twist on traditional corn tortilla nachos.
These nachos can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Using baked potato slices instead of tortilla chips makes this recipe gluten-free.