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Crispy Sheet Pan Nachos

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy tortilla chips topped with a blend of melted cheeses, seasoned ground beef, black beans, and fresh toppings, perfect for parties or casual snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340 grams) sturdy, thick-cut tortilla chips
  • 2 cups (200 grams) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (100 grams) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 pound (225 grams) ground beef, cooked and seasoned with taco spices (optional)
  • 1 cup (165 grams) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1–2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (150 grams) diced fresh roma or vine-ripened tomatoes
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thinly
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (35 grams) sliced black olives (optional)
  • Sour cream, for dolloping on top after baking
  • Guacamole or sliced avocado (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 grams) taco seasoning
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning with a splash of water. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until well coated. Set aside.
  3. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  4. Spread tortilla chips evenly on the sheet pan, overlapping slightly but not piled up.
  5. Scatter cooked ground beef evenly over the chips, then add black beans, sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, and sliced olives if using.
  6. Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese generously over the toppings.
  7. Bake in the oven for 8-12 minutes until cheese is fully melted and bubbly and chips are golden but not burnt. Rotate pan halfway if chips brown too fast.
  8. Remove from oven and sprinkle sliced green onions and chopped cilantro on top.
  9. Dollop sour cream and spoon guacamole or sliced avocado over the nachos.
  10. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Spread chips in a single layer to avoid sogginess. Use a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese for best melt and flavor. Add fresh toppings like sour cream and guacamole after baking to keep chips crispy. Rotate pan halfway through baking if chips brown unevenly. For vegetarian, omit meat and add extra beans or roasted vegetables. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese and coconut yogurt instead of sour cream. Reheat leftovers in oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness.

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