Big Poppa's Game Day Nachos

When game day fever hits, nothing scores like Big Poppa’s Game Day Carnitas Nachos—one of your go-to perfect game day recipes. This loaded nacho masterpiece layers tender, smoky carnitas atop crispy tortilla chips, then drowns in melted cheese and all your favorite fixings. It’s the ultimate appetizer idea that delivers big on flavor and fun. 

What makes this recipe a true standout? It’s ridiculously simple. If you're looking for easy recipes that still pack bold flavor, this is your MVP. With basic steps and straightforward ingredients—chips, seasoned carnitas, beans, cheese, and toppings like pico de gallo, guac, and crema—you can go from prep to play in no time. 

The beauty of these nachos lies in their versatility. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or diving in solo, this dish adapts. Pre-cook your carnitas, build your nacho layers, pop them in the oven or smoker until the cheese melts, and top with your favorite garnishes. It’s the kind of appetizer idea that never misses. 

These nachos aren’t a one-season wonder, either. They elevate tailgates, watch parties, even casual family dinners—making them one of the most reliable easy recipes you’ll turn to again and again. Plus, you can always switch up the base—try grilled skirt steak with Cash Cow and Jallelujah Lime seasonings for a smoky twist. 

When your game day menu needs a hero dish that’s as simple to make as it is crowd-pleasing, look no further. Game Day Carnitas Nachos combine convenience with championship-level flavor, so you can get back to cheering and celebrating every big play.

Big Poppa's Big Game Nachos

Big Poppa

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Category

Appetizer

Cuisine

American

Prep Time

15-20 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Get ready for a party in your mouth with these irresistible Sheet Pan Nachos!

Introducing our delicious and easy sheet pan nachos recipe! This dish is perfect for a party or a weeknight dinner, and it can be customized to suit your taste preferences. With crispy tortilla chips, gooey cheese, and a variety of toppings, these nachos are sure to be a hit with everyone. Plus, by making them on a sheet pan, the nachos cook evenly and the clean up is a breeze. So gather your ingredients, preheat the oven, and let’s get started on these scrumptious sheet pan nachos!

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Ingredients

• Skirt Steak (or your choice of meat)
• Tortilla Chips

• Big Poppa’s Cash Cow Seasoning

• Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Lime Seasoning

• Beans
• Shredded Jack Cheese
• Mexican Shredded Cheese
• Queso / Nacho Cheese
• Cilantro
• Mexican Crema / Sour Cream
• Salsa
• Pickled Hatch Chile Jalapeños
• Pico de Gallo

Directions

1. Season the skirt steak liberally with Big Poppa’s Cash Cow Seasoning & Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Lime Seasoning

2. Take the seasoned protein to your grill/stove and sear until cooked to your preference (rare, medium, well, etc.)
3. Slice protein up into bite size chunks
4. Take your sheet pan and start by laying a thin layer of chips
5. Take your beans and spread a layer over the chips
6. Then do the same with the meat and shredded cheeses
7. Repeat this process 2 more times
8. After laying the layers, top them off with some more of the shredded cheeses, salsa, and a bit of queso/nacho cheese
9. Place the sheet pan back in your grill or oven (at 350-400 degrees) until all the shredded cheeses have melted (approx. 7 minutes)
10. Pull out the nachos and finish by topping them off with the rest of your queso (nacho cheese), meat, pico de gallo, hatch Chile jalapeños (optional), and Big Poppa’s 2 Ingredient Guac (mashed avocados + Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Lime Seasoning), crumbled cotija cheese, salsa, mexican crema (sour cream), and cilantro or your choice of toppings.
11. Enjoy!