Sheet Pan Nachos Recipe

Introduction

Sheet pan nachos are an easy and delicious snack perfect for sharing with friends or family. This simple recipe layers tortilla chips with cheese and beans, then bakes everything until the cheese is perfectly melted and gooey.

Ingredients

• Tortilla chips – enough to cover a sheet pan
• Shredded cheese – 2 cups (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
• Beans – 1 cup (black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed)
• Toppings – diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, chopped green onions, black olives, sour cream, guacamole (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread an even layer of tortilla chips across a large sheet pan.
2. Step 2: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the chips, then scatter the beans on top.
3. Step 3: Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Step 4: Remove from oven and add any fresh toppings you like such as diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or sour cream before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, season the beans with taco seasoning before layering them on the chips.
• Try adding cooked ground beef or shredded chicken for a heartier version.
• Use a mix of cheeses like cheddar and pepper jack for a spicy kick.
• Serve immediately to keep the chips crisp and the cheese melty.

Storage

Leftover nachos can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes to help restore some crispness. Avoid microwaving to prevent soggy chips.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make sheet pan nachos vegetarian?

Yes, simply omit any meat toppings and use beans or vegetables as your protein source. Cheese and beans provide plenty of flavor and texture.

What’s the best way to keep the chips from getting soggy?

Use sturdy tortilla chips and layer the cheese underneath the wettest toppings like beans. Add fresh toppings such as sour cream or salsa only after baking to keep chips crisp.

Sheet Pan Nachos Recipe

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Sheet Pan Nachos are a quick and delicious appetizer or snack perfect for feeding a crowd. Crispy tortilla chips are layered generously with melted cheese, beans, and your favorite toppings, then baked to bubbly perfection on a single sheet pan for easy preparation and cleanup.

• Author: Dylan
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Mexican
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Tortilla Chips

• 6 cups tortilla chips

Cheese

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Beans

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

Toppings

• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Sour cream, guacamole, and salsa for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the nachos.
2. Layer Chips: Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large sheet pan in a single layer to ensure even coverage and crispiness.
3. Add Beans and Cheese: Sprinkle the drained black beans evenly over the chips, followed by an even layer of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
4. Add Toppings: Scatter the diced tomatoes, black olives, jalapeños, and green onions over the cheese and beans for added flavor and texture.
5. Bake Nachos: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with optional sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on the side.

Notes

• You can customize toppings based on your preferences including adding cooked ground meat or different types of beans.
• For extra crispy chips, avoid layering them too thickly on the sheet pan.
• Use a mix of cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.
• To make this recipe vegetarian, omit any meat toppings.
• Serve immediately to enjoy the nachos while the cheese is melted and warm.

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