Football Field Nacho Platter

A festive, crowd-pleasing nacho platter arranged and decorated to resemble a football field—perfect for game day gatherings.

This platter always brings everyone together and sparks lively conversations during games.

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

Preheat Oven:

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Arrange Chips:

Arrange the tortilla chips in an even layer on a large rectangular baking sheet or platter to form the field.

Add Cheese:

Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the chips.

Add Toppings:

Distribute black beans and olives over the cheese Add cooked chicken or beef if using.

Bake:

Bake in the oven for 8 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Make Guacamole:

While baking mash avocados with lime juice and salt to make guacamole.

Make Pico de Gallo:

In a small bowl mix diced tomatoes red onion and cilantro for a fresh pico de gallo.

Decorate Field:

Remove nachos from the oven Using a spatula spread guacamole in two thick lines at each short end to represent end zones.

Pipe Sour Cream Lines:

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.

Add Garnishes:

Place salsa bowls at either end as goal posts and scatter jalapeño slices and extra cilantro as garnish.

Serve:

Serve immediately with extra salsa guacamole and sour cream on the side.

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Our family looks forward to this platter every game day it's a true crowd favorite.

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

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This football field nacho platter makes a memorable centerpiece and delicious snack for any gathering.

Recipe FAQs

→ How can I keep the chips crispy?

Arrange the chips in a single layer and bake just until the cheese melts to avoid sogginess. Serve immediately for best texture.

→ Can I make this platter vegan-friendly?

Yes, use plant-based cheese and sour cream alternatives, and skip meat toppings to maintain a vegan option without sacrificing flavor.

→ What are good protein options for this dish?

Seasoned shredded chicken or ground beef complement the layers, but beans also provide a satisfying vegetarian protein boost.

→ How is the football field design created?

Guacamole is spread to form end zones, and sour cream is piped in lines and dots to represent yard markers, completing the festive field look.

→ What sides pair well with this platter?

Extra salsa, guacamole, and sour cream are classic accompaniments, while light Mexican lagers or margaritas provide refreshing beverage options.

→ Can I prepare this in advance?

Prepare ingredients like guacamole and pico de gallo ahead, but assemble and bake just before serving to preserve freshness and texture.