Turkey Nacho Bake

A fast and easy way to prepare a pretty classic nacho treat with ground, browned turkey meat. Serve with sour cream, taco sauce, salsa or guacamole.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 717 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips
• 1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1 bunch green onions, sliced
• 1 (14 ounce) can refried beans
• 1 (1 ounce) package dry taco seasoning mix
• 1 ripe tomato, diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, begin to brown the ground turkey. Stir in garlic, pepper, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1 tablespoon chives. Stir in 1 tablespoon hot sauce. When the turkey is browned, stir in taco seasoning mix according to package instructions.

Step 3

Pour the beans into a microwave safe bowl, and heat in the microwave until softened. Stir in 1 tablespoon chives and 1 tablespoon hot sauce.

Step 4

Spread the tortilla chips across the bottom of a baking sheet. Spoon the beans mixture over the chips. Then spread the turkey mixture across the top. Sprinkle cheese, then olives, tomatoes, green onions, and remaining 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes over the top.

Step 5

Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 15 minutes