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Flavorful Loaded Nacho Party Bowl with Turkey Meatballs

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A quick and easy loaded nacho bowl featuring smoky, juicy turkey meatballs layered with crispy tortilla chips, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings for a crowd-pleasing comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey (lean, preferably 93% lean)
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups (about 120 g) tortilla chips (thick-cut)
  • 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (240 ml) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup (150 g) corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) diced tomatoes (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) sliced jalapeños (pickled or fresh)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 avocado, diced (optional)
  • Salsa or pico de gallo for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch (4 cm) meatballs, about 16 total. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes until cooked through and golden. Optionally broil for 2 minutes for extra browning.
  5. Spread tortilla chips evenly in a large ovenproof serving bowl or casserole dish. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the chips, then scatter black beans and corn evenly.
  6. Nestle the baked meatballs among the chips and toppings, then sprinkle the remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Return the assembled nacho bowl to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes at 400°F (200°C), until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from oven and top with diced tomatoes, jalapeños, dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, and diced avocado if using. Serve immediately with salsa or pico de gallo.

Notes

Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender. Baking meatballs keeps them juicy and reduces oil mess. For extra browning, brown meatballs briefly in a skillet before baking. Line the bottom of the serving dish with foil for easier cleanup. Check cheese melt around 7 minutes to avoid burning. Fresh toppings add brightness and balance the rich flavors. For gluten-free, swap breadcrumbs for almond flour and use gluten-free chips.

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