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Crispy Sheet Pan Loaded Nachos Bar Recipe Easy for Summer Parties

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A quick and easy sheet pan nachos recipe perfect for summer parties, featuring crispy edges, melty cheese, and vibrant toppings for a crowd-pleasing dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340g) sturdy tortilla chips
  • 2 cups (200g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups (200g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 (15-ounce/425g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 jalapeños, sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Handful of cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for drizzling
  • Avocado or guacamole, for topping
  • 1 fresh lime, juiced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and smoked paprika; cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Prepare toppings: drain and rinse black beans; dice red onion; slice jalapeños; halve cherry tomatoes; slice green onions; chop cilantro if using.
  5. Spread tortilla chips evenly on a large rimmed sheet pan in a single layer.
  6. Scatter cooked beef evenly over the chips, then sprinkle black beans, red onion, jalapeños, and tomatoes on top.
  7. Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend over everything, making sure some cheese reaches the edges.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and chips are crisp.
  9. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle green onions and cilantro on top.
  10. Drizzle with fresh lime juice and add dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt and avocado or guacamole.
  11. Serve hot and allow guests to customize with extra toppings like hot sauce, olives, or extra jalapeños.

Notes

Use thick, sturdy tortilla chips to prevent sogginess. Pre-cook protein to avoid soggy chips. Spread chips in a single layer and avoid overcrowding the pan. Rotate pan halfway through baking if chips brown too quickly. Freshly shred cheese for best melting. Reheat leftovers in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness; avoid microwaving.

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