Ultimate Tailgate Game Day Nachos

Ultimate Tailgate Game Day Nachos

Find the best tailgate game day nachos recipe and bring the stadium experience home with this ultimate copycat dish.

🕒 Prep: 20 minutes - Cook: 8-10 minutes - Total: 28-30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: American, Street Food

Allergens

Dairy, Gluten

Ingredients

  • 1 bag (12 oz) tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 4 cups cooked chili (store
  • bought or homemade)
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeño, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Arrange a single layer of tortilla chips on a large baking sheet, covering as much surface area as possible.
  3. Evenly sprinkle half the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese over the chips.
  4. Add a generous layer of chili over the cheese.
  5. Top with remaining cheese, followed by a layer of black beans.
  6. Bake for 8 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from oven and top with sour cream, pico de gallo, green onions, and jalapeño.

Chef’s Insight

Add crumbled tortilla chips for extra texture and flavor.

Notes

Serve with your favorite beverage for a complete game day experience.

Cultural or Historical Background

Nachos were first created in 1943 by a Mexican restaurant owner for a group of American soldiers, and they quickly became a popular dish at sporting events.