Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (2024)

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Loaded Breakfast Nachos are the perfect solution for tailgating, game day, or a quick meal. Crunchy tortilla chips are layered with eggs, bacon, and classic nacho toppings for an amazing appetizer!

Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (1)Loaded Breakfast Nachos are the answer to all early socializing events! Whip these bad boys up for a late morning game-day brunch, tailgating at 10am, or just when you feel like a hearty meal. I've loaded these nachos up with eggs, bacon, black beans, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cheese, and then topped them with creamy avocado, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro. These are the ULTIMATE nachos! Today's post is sponsored by Fresh Cravings Salsa, but all opinions are my own.

Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (2)My husband is a HUGE college football fan, Go Dawgs (UGA), and we are often up early watching Game-Day with friends and family. I always want to start eating "football" food right away, but sometimes it seems too early. This is where LOADED BREAKFAST NACHOS come in. If you've never tried eggs and bacon on nachos, you are seriously missing out. It is SO GOOD. Making breakfast nachos is so easy, and everyone will be calling you a genius when you serve these. It's one of those meals you see and think, "why didn't I think of that?!?" No worries, you still have time to WOW everyone!

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How to make Loaded Breakfast Nachos:

  • Get all the ingredients together, including Fresh Cravings Salsa, and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
    • This also means you should have the eggs scrambled and ready to go, or you need to make them now. Same goes for the bacon - or use pre-cooked bacon.
    • I like using triangle or round shaped tortilla chips for nachos, but feel free to use whatever type you prefer.
  • Spread the chips out on a baking sheet or in a skillet (my favorite way to serve/make nachos). Start layering the toppings. Add some more chips, keep layering. Once the chips are loaded up, pop the baking sheet or skillet into the oven. Cook for about 10 minutes, watching to make sure they aren't burning. Remove from oven.

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  • Top with avocado, sour cream, Fresh Cravings Salsa, and cilantro. Serve the breakfast nachos and DIG IN!

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  • Bruschetta Baked Brie is loaded with fresh tomatoes and basil on gooey brie; this will be your favorite go-to easy party appetizer!
  • Buffalo Chicken Loaded Waffle fries are loaded with shredded buffalo chicken, bleu cheese, buffalo sauce, more cheese, and ranch make the most epic fries EVER!
  • Garlic Hummus has only a handful of ingredients! Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this easy homemade hummus recipe!
  • Jalapeno Popper Bombs are filled with spicy jalapeños, cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, and then baked to golden perfection. They’re the perfect appetizer!
  • Jalapeno Popper Cheese Bread is the perfect blend of spice and creaminess topped with crunchy bacon. This appetizer will not last long at your next party!
  • Jalapeno Ranch Loaded Nachos are loaded with fresh ingredients and homemade spicy jalapeno ranch. In less than 20 minutes you have the perfect dish!
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Loaded Breakfast Nachos

Course:Appetizer

Cuisine:American

Keyword:breakfast nachos

Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 1bag (11 ounces)tortilla chips
  • 4eggs,scrambled
  • 1 ½cupsshredded colby jack cheese
  • 15ouncesblack beans,drained and rinsed
  • 4bacon strips (or ⅓ cup pre-cooked bacon),cooked and chopped
  • 2mediumtomatoes, chopped
  • 1-2mediumjalapeños,seeded and sliced thinly

For topping:

  • ½cupFresh Cravings Salsa,chunky or restaurant style
  • 1avocado,pitted and sliced
  • ¼cupsour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1TBSmilk
  • handfulchopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Using a baking sheet or skillet, add tortilla chips and layer with scrambled eggs, beans, bacon, cheese, tomatoes, and jalapeños. Place into oven and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Carefully remove from oven.

  2. In a small bowl mix sour cream and milk (this will thin it out a bit, optional). Top nachos with Fresh Cravings Salsa, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Feel free to add or remove ingredients as desired. These breakfast nachos have unlimited options of additional ingredients that would be delicious!

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  1. Kimberly

    Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (8)
    Sooo good, this is my kind of breakfast!

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  2. Anna

    Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (9)
    Nachos for breakfast? Sign me up!

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  3. Melanie Bauer

    Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (10)
    Sounds incredibly delicious! I love how festive and tasty this recipe is, just perfect!

    Reply

  4. Catalina

    Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (11)
    I love all these veggies and flavors for breakfast! Yummy!

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  5. Chrissie Baker

    Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (12)
    I know what I'll eat for breakfast today. Your recipe is perfect for me. I want to try it immediately. I really like this recipe. It really impresses! An interesting mix of ingredients. Thank you!

    Reply

  6. Lori

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    You do realize that this is the best idea for breakfast ever, right????

    Reply

    • Allyson

      I thought so too, LOL!

      Reply

  7. Amy

    Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (14)
    Nachos for breakfast! This is a must make! They look amazing!

    Reply

  8. Jacque Hastert

    Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (15)
    Nachos for breakfast... yes please! These are perfect for Sunday brunch!

    Reply

    • Allyson

      YES! Makes the perfect brunch!

      Reply

  9. Brandy O'Neill

    I just have to say that this is the way to start a new day!! Looks amazing!

    Reply

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Loaded Breakfast Nachos The ULTIMATE Game-Day recipe (2024)

FAQs

How do you make loaded nachos not soggy? ›

* Bring refrigerated toppings to room temperature before piling them onto the warm chips. * To prevent the chips from getting soggy, sprinkle grated or crumbled cheese on top and bake them in the oven for a few minutes. When melted, the cheese will act as a buffer between the chips and toppings.

What do loaded nachos contain? ›

Pre-shredded cheese is coated with an anti-caking powder that prevents it from melting to its gooiest potential. Pico de gallo (store bought or fresh), guacamole, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, diced onions and tomatoes, and fresh cilantro are classic fresh nacho toppings to sprinkle over top.

What kind of cheese do you use for nachos? ›

Cheddar cheese is a popular choice these days, though Monterey Jack and Mozzarella work just as well. Nacho cheese, or cheese sauce, is another delightful interpretation of this key ingredient. To transform your nachos into a heartier snack or even a main meal, consider adding a meat filling.

What is the secret to good homemade nachos? ›

Packaged, pre-shredded cheeses contain stabilizers which hinder their meltability. Shred your own cheese instead of chopping or tearing it: Smaller pieces will melt quicker, which means your nachos will be perfectly gooey without charred or overdone chips. One layer of chips and toppings is good.

What is the secret to crispy nachos? ›

Limiting the number of ingredients baked with the chips is the key to crispiness. Top chips with no more than two or three toppings. Choose from items such as black beans, refried beans, chopped grilled chicken, seasoned ground beef (browned and drained), or chopped jalapenos.

What are the best toppings for loaded nachos? ›

But you can top your nachos with whatever you want! If you want to stick with the classic vibes, we recommend shredded lettuce, cotija cheese, grilled corn, pinto beans, black olives, pickled red onions, or shredded chicken.

What is the fully loaded nachos rule? ›

It's not you, it's a rule the restaurant has. that if you get an item to share, you can't. One person can't just eat all the fully loaded ones. Like, don't look around, find the one with most meat and always eat that one.

What's the difference between loaded nachos and nachos? ›

Nachos with an abundance of toppings are sometimes called "loaded nachos".

What is the best combination for nachos? ›

The best side dishes to serve with nachos are salsa, guacamole, cream cheese gravy, sloppy joes, refried beans, pico de gallo, lazy enchiladas, crispy chicken wings, Spanish rice, chicken burrito bowl, tostilocos, ranchero sauce, pineapple salsa, chicken tortilla soup, blooming onion, turkey chili, taco casserole, and ...

What do Mexicans eat with nachos? ›

Nachos can rightly be called a tex-mex dish. In Mexico people do indeed eat chips made from stale tortillas (called totopos), as a side dish with fried beans for example, or as a snack with a few jalapeno peppers and some Mexican cheese on the side (never on top).

What is the best melty cheese for nachos? ›

Sharp cheddar gets my vote for nacho cheese. It melts smoothly without being stringy, while having a nice flavorful punch. You can use mild or medium cheddar if you prefer, but the flavor will be a bit blander. Monterey jack and pepper jack also melt really well into sauces and make a great white nacho cheese sauce.

What is the best grated cheese for nachos? ›

A: While you can technically use any type of cheese for nachos, some cheeses work better than others. The best options include Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, and Queso Blanco.

What is the best cheese for melting nachos? ›

The protein in the older, drier cheese becomes a bit stubborn and will never be a melter like mozzarella. Examples of good melters are: cheddar, colby, Swiss, monterey jack, and mozzarella.

Do you put nacho toppings on before or after oven? ›

It will only take about 5 to 10 minutes, so don't go too far! Don't add the cold/fresh toppings until AFTER the nachos come out of the oven. Add the toppings RIGHT before serving so the chips don't get soggy, especially with toppings like sour cream, salsa, and tomatoes.

Do you put cheese or toppings on nachos first? ›

To make sure every chip is covered in cheese, lay down the cheese on the chips first. The cheese will serve as a blanket, protecting the chips from liquidy, sog-inducing toppings.

Will nachos go soggy in the fridge? ›

The best way to store nachos is to cover them tightly with aluminum foil or cling film and put them in the refrigerator where they will keep fresh for as long as a week.

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