Description
This Sheet Pan Nachos recipe is a quick and delicious way to enjoy a classic Tex-Mex favorite with minimal cleanup. Ground beef seasoned with taco spices is layered with black beans, corn, and a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses on crispy tortilla chips, then baked until bubbly and melted. Topped with fresh tomato, red onion, jalapeno, sour cream, and cilantro, these nachos make a perfect appetizer or casual meal for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (1.25-ounce) package taco seasoning
Base & Toppings
- 12 ounces tortilla chips
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (frozen, canned, or roasted)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 Roma tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat it with nonstick spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and minced garlic, cooking until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes. Be sure to crumble the beef as it cooks. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for another minute before draining any excess fat.
- Assemble Nachos: Spread the tortilla chips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Evenly top the chips with the cooked ground beef mixture, black beans, corn kernels, and both shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
- Add Fresh Toppings and Serve: Remove the nachos from the oven and immediately top them with diced Roma tomato, red onion, sliced jalapeno, dollops of sour cream, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based meat or omit it and add extra beans and vegetables.
- You can customize the toppings with avocado, olives, or jalapenos according to your preference.
- If you prefer spicier nachos, add extra jalapenos or a dash of hot sauce.
- To save time, use pre-cooked or leftover taco-seasoned meat.
- Leftover nachos can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
