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These loaded Nacho French Fries are an easy appetizer or dinner. They’re better than Taco Bell’s and loaded with seasoned beef, cheese, tomatoes, and jalapenos.
It costs approximately $7.45 to make six servings of these Nacho Fries. That is just about $1.24 per serving.
Nacho French Fries
No need to head to Taco Bell to get your favorite snack. Make it at home with better ingredients.
Nacho Fries are the ultimate game-day snack, party appetizer, or an easy mid-week dinner option. This recipe has layers of cheesy goodness and a smothered beef mixture over crispy fries. Think of your favorite nacho supreme but with fries instead of tortilla chips.
What is not to love about this combo? The fries are good! Nacho Supremes are good. Combine the two into Nacho Fries, and they are GREAT! They are nachos with a twist with the same cheesy nacho flavor that everyone loves!
What you’ll love about this Nacho Fries Recipe:
- Skip the takeout mess. Make it at home!Control the spice level, choose your toppings, and create a budget-friendly feast.
- Easy crowd-pleaser, ready in minutes!Perfect for party snacks, family dinners, or a quick, tasty solo treat.
- Serious comfort food!You’ll love the crispy flavor explosion of french fries and nachos!
What’s on the nacho fries supreme at Taco Bell?
Our Nacho Fries are topped with seasoned beef, tomato salsa, and layers of cheese.
How To Make Nacho French Fries:
***For complete recipe instructions, see the recipe card below.
- First, cook the fries on a baking sheet. Use the package instructions.
- Next, cook the beef with the onion in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain the excess fat.
- Stir in the salsa and taco seasoning. Cook for two additional minutes.
- Remove the fries from the oven and sprinkle evenly with seasoned salt. Leave the oven on.
- Add one cup of cheese on top of the fries. Then, spread the mixture over the fries, followed by the remaining cheese.
- Finally, place the fries back in the oven for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Loaded Nacho Fries Flavor and Recipe Variations:
- Imagine, if you will, these nacho fries smothered in our Chile Con Queso. That would be comfort food at its finest!
- Instead of crinkle-cut fries, you can use crinkle-cut sweet potato fries. We prefer crinkle-cut fries in this recipe because they hold their shape better when toppings are piled on them.
- Feel free to load up on your favorite toppings here; we especially like tomatoes, sliced jalapenos, avocados or guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo.
How much will this Nacho Fries recipe cost to make:
Recipe Cost: $7.45
Per Serving: $1.24
- 1 pound frozen Crinkle cut fries –$0.84
- 1/2 cup diced onion – $0.31
- 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning –$0.07
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt –$0.06
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese –$2.78
- 1 pound lean ground beef –$3.01
- 1 cup tomato salsa –$0.38
The recipe cost is calculated by the amounts needed for the recipe. To find out more about how we price our recipes, check outBudget Recipes Explained. The pricing for this recipe was updated in December 2023.
How long is it good for:
Serve: You can keep these at room temperature for up to an hour before they will need to be refrigerated. These should be eaten immediately when served because they will become soggy as they sit. We highly recommend using a warming tray to keep these warm; this will also help them stay crisper longer.
Store: Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Note that they might be a little soggy.
Freeze: This recipe does not freeze and reheat well; therefore, we do not recommend freezing these nacho fries.
How to get the kids involved with this recipe:
Ages 2-3: Have your little one sprinkle on the cheese on top of the fries. They can do this both times.
Ages 4-5:Let your child spread the fries on the pan. They can then spread the beef mixture over the top of the fries.
Ages 6-8: Teach proper safety using the stove, and teach your child how to cook the beef. Using a meat masher, they can grind up the beef as it browns.
Ages 9-11: Supervise them while they prepare the entire recipe. Remember to have them read it twice before beginning the recipe.
Ages 12+: Let them prepare the entire recipe unsupervised while you do the happy dance in the corner!
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Nacho French Fries
Recipe Cost 7.45
Serving Cost 1.24
Author Easy Budget Recipes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
These loaded Nacho Fries are an easy appetizer or dinner. They’re better than Taco Bell’s and loaded with seasoned beef, cheese, tomatoes, and jalapenos.
Servings: 6 people
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Equipment
baking sheet
measuring cups
medium skillet
Measuring spoons
Ingredients
NACHO FRIES:
- 1 pound frozen Crinkle Cut Fries
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt such as Lawry’s or Mrs. Dash
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ cup diced onion
- 1 cup tomato salsa
- 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
TOPPINGS:
- Green onions
- Tomatoes
- Pico de Gallo
- Jalapenos
- Sour cream
- Avocado
- Guacamole
- Salsa
US Customary – Metric
Instructions
COOK FRIES:
Place the fries in an even layer on a baking sheet.
Cook the fries as per the package instructions.
COOK BEEF LAYER:
While the fries cook, add beef and onion to a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, often stirring, until the beef is browned and the onions are soft.
Drain off excess fat.
Stir in salsa and taco seasoning and cook for 2 additional minutes.
SEASON FRIES AND LAYER:
Once the fries are done cooking, remove them from the oven and sprinkle evenly with seasoned salt. Toss fries to coat. DO NOT TURN OFF THE OVEN!
Add 1 cup of shredded cheese on top of the fries.
Spread the beef mixture evenly over the fries.
Sprinkle the last cup of cheese over the beef.
MELT CHEESE:
Place the fries back in the oven for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
Once the cheese is melted, remove the fries from the oven.
TOP AND SERVE:
Add the desired toppings and serve immediately.
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Notes
The nutrition information below does not include the optional toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cup | Calories: 452kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 1407mg | Potassium: 761mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 493IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 276mg | Iron: 3mg
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Beth says
Such a great idea! My guys are gonna love this! Thanks for the inspiration!Reply
Jess Jankowski says
You are so welcome Beth. Enjoy!
Deepika says
This is so tempting. My family will love this. Thank you for sharing. Trying it soon.Reply
Jess Jankowski says
Let us know how they like it!
Jeanne @ Cooksister says
Oh me oh my…. I could just dive right into that!! Have always loved nachos and I think the idea of fries topped like nachos is inspired! Thank you!Reply
Jess Jankowski says
It really is the best of both worlds!
Julie Menghini says
These nacho fries are going to be devoured in my house! They are awesome!Reply
Jess Jankowski says
Yes they are! Enjoy!
Jenn says
This is what I call a sheet pan of goodness! what a clever idea and it makes enough for the family to share!Reply
Jess Jankowski says
Grab a fork and dig in!
Emily says
Ooooh, these are perfect for game day, just what I was looking for!!Reply
Jess Jankowski says
Yes!! Enjoy!
Denay says
These cheesy nacho fries are perfect for Game Day! They’re topped with so much goodness. A real crowd pleaser!Reply
Jess Jankowski says
Definitely a crowd-pleaser!
Mahy says
Fantastic appetizer to make any meal so special. Definitely adding it to my favorite appetizers list – I just love jalapeños!Reply
HEATHER PERINE says
First of all – making these!! Second of all – I don’t think you even need to say better than Taco Bell…because clearly! I love being able to know what’s in a recipe and choose quality ingredients you now? Holy Moly these look crazy good.Reply
Tara says
Such amazing flavors in these nacho fries! I love all that shredded cheese on top and how easily they come together. Definitely perfect for weeknights!Reply
Priya Lakshminarayan says
OMG, I am officially drooling over this! This has to be hands down the best party food ever!Reply
Rika says
This is the perfect party appetizer! It’s so easy and loaded with flavors.Reply
Christina says
We own a food truck and we made these and omg!!! Delicious… we used it with fries… thank you for the recipe…Reply
Jess Jankowski says
We love that! Thank you for the review!
