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Crispy Sheet Pan Loaded Nachos

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, loaded nachos made on a sheet pan, perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 10 cups (about 280 g / 10 oz) thick, sturdy tortilla chips (e.g., Tostitos Restaurant Style)
  • 3 cups (340 g / 12 oz) shredded cheese blend (sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup (240 ml / 8 fl oz) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 lb (450 g / 16 oz) ground beef or turkey, cooked and seasoned with taco seasoning
  • Thinly sliced jalapeños, fresh or pickled, to taste
  • 3–4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (150 g / 5 oz) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup (75 g / 2.6 oz) sliced black olives (optional)
  • ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) sour cream or Greek yogurt, for topping
  • Fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, for garnish
  • Taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika), salt, and pepper to taste
  • 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 ml / 0.5–1 fl oz) olive oil or avocado oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef or turkey. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-9 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of taco seasoning and about 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large bowl, toss tortilla chips lightly with 1-2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil and a pinch of salt to help crisp them in the oven.
  5. Spread half the chips evenly on a large rimmed sheet pan. Sprinkle half the cooked meat, ½ cup black beans, 1½ cups shredded cheese, jalapeños, olives, and some cherry tomatoes. Repeat with remaining chips and toppings, spreading everything evenly.
  6. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and chips are golden and crispy around the edges.
  7. Remove from oven and dollop sour cream or Greek yogurt across the nachos. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Use thick, sturdy tortilla chips to prevent sogginess. Avoid overloading chips with toppings to keep them crispy. Preheat oven fully to 400°F for best results. Add fresh toppings like sour cream, green onions, and cilantro after baking to maintain texture. For softer chips, bake chips alone for 3-4 minutes before adding toppings. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes to restore crispiness.

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