Description
Mexican-style Sheet Pan Nachos deliver a flavor fiesta straight from Guadalajara, bringing zesty toppings and crispy tortilla chips together in one mouthwatering experience. Loaded with melted cheese, jalapeños, and customizable proteins, these nachos promise a quick and delicious crowd-pleasing meal you can savor with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or turkey
- ½ cup (120 g) canned black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
Base and Cheese:
- 1 bag (12 oz/340 g) tortilla chips
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
- ½ cup (75 g) corn (optional)
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade, ~1 tablespoon)
- ½ cup (120 ml) water
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- 1 jalapeno, sliced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Sour cream
- Guacamole or diced avocado
- Salsa or pico de gallo
Instructions
- Prepare the baking surface by lining a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, creating an easy-to-clean foundation for the nachos.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat thoroughly, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain excess fat and infuse with taco seasoning, allowing the mixture to simmer and develop rich flavors until slightly thickened.
- Create a robust base by arranging tortilla chips in an even, overlapping layer across the prepared sheet pan. Distribute half the cheese as a foundational layer, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Strategically layer cooked meat, black beans, and corn across the chips. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top, creating a complete coverage that will melt and bind the ingredients.
- Transfer the sheet pan to the preheated oven, allowing the nachos to transform for 8-10 minutes until the cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly texture.
- Remove the nachos from the oven and immediately garnish with vibrant fresh elements like diced tomatoes, chopped red onions, fresh cilantro, and creamy avocado slices.
- Enhance the dish with complementary condiments such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa, allowing each diner to customize their nacho experience.
- Serve the sheet pan directly at the table, encouraging communal dining and enjoying the nachos while they’re piping hot and at peak deliciousness.
Notes
- Make crispy nachos by ensuring tortilla chips are spread in a single layer without too much overlap, allowing even cheese melting and preventing soggy spots.
- Customize meat options by substituting ground beef with plant-based crumbles, shredded chicken, or pulled pork for diverse dietary preferences.
- Control spice levels by using mild taco seasoning or creating a homemade blend, adjusting heat to suit different taste sensibilities.
- Prevent soggy nachos by patting cooked meat dry before adding and using minimal moisture-heavy ingredients during initial baking process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 605
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg