Save A festive, crowd-pleasing nacho platter arranged and decorated to resemble a football field—perfect for game day gatherings.
This recipe has become a hit at every gathering I have hosted, bringing everyone together over a delicious and fun dish.
Ingredients
- Chips: 400 g (14 oz) tortilla chips
- Cheese & Toppings: 250 g (9 oz) shredded cheddar cheese, 250 g (9 oz) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1 can (400 g/14 oz) black beans drained and rinsed, 150 g (5 oz) sliced black olives, 3 ripe avocados, 1 lime juiced, 1/2 tsp salt, 200 g (7 oz) sour cream, 3 medium tomatoes diced, 1 small red onion finely chopped, 1 jalapeño thinly sliced (optional), 1 bunch fresh cilantro chopped, 200 g (7 oz) salsa
- Optional Protein: 250 g (9 oz) cooked and shredded chicken seasoned or 250 g (9 oz) cooked ground beef seasoned
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F)
- Step 2:
- Arrange the tortilla chips in an even layer on a large rectangular baking sheet or platter to form the field
- Step 3:
- Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the chips
- Step 4:
- Distribute black beans and olives over the cheese Add cooked chicken or beef if using
- Step 5:
- Bake in the oven for 8 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly
- Step 6:
- While baking mash avocados with lime juice and salt to make guacamole
- Step 7:
- In a small bowl mix diced tomatoes red onion and cilantro for a fresh pico de gallo
- Step 8:
- Remove nachos from the oven Using a spatula spread guacamole in two thick lines at each short end to represent end zones
- Step 9:
- Fill a piping bag or zip-top bag with sour cream snip the tip and pipe lines across the field to depict yard markers and a midfield line Add small dots for hash marks
- Step 10:
- Place salsa bowls at either end as goal posts and scatter jalapeño slices and extra cilantro as garnish
- Step 11:
- Serve immediately with extra salsa guacamole and sour cream on the side
Save Our family loves gathering around this platter during the big game it brings excitement and delicious fun to every celebration
Required Tools
Large rectangular baking sheet or platter Oven Mixing bowls Spatula Piping bag or zip-top bag for sour cream lines
Allergen Information
Contains dairy cheese sour cream If adding meat may contain gluten or soy depending on seasoning Contains avocado latex-fruit syndrome risk Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 480 Total Fat 25 g Carbohydrates 48 g Protein 16 g per serving
Save With a few simple steps you can create a festive and flavorful nacho platter that everyone will enjoy
Recipe Guide
- → What cheeses work best for this dish?
Shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses melt well and provide a creamy, flavorful base.
- → Can this be made vegetarian or vegan?
Yes, use plant-based cheese and sour cream for a vegan option. Omit meat toppings and add extra veggies if desired.
- → How do you create the football field effect?
The guacamole is spread in thick lines as end zones, while sour cream is piped as yard markers and midfield lines to mimic a football field.
- → What proteins pair well with this platter?
Seasoned shredded chicken or ground beef complement the flavors and add protein options for guests.
- → Are there recommended accompaniments?
Serve with extra salsa, guacamole, and sour cream, and consider pairing with light Mexican lagers or margaritas for a festive touch.
- → How long should I bake the platter?
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes at 200°C (400°F) until cheese is melted and bubbly.