Ingredients
1 large bag tortilla chips
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
1 packet taco seasoning
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican-blend cheese
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup corn (optional)
1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
For Topping After Baking:
Sour cream
Guacamole or sliced avocado
Fresh cilantro
Salsa or pico de gallo
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
Cook the meat: Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess grease, then stir in taco seasoning according to package directions.
Assemble nachos: Spread tortilla chips evenly across the sheet pan. Sprinkle cooked beef, black beans, corn, tomatoes, olives, and jalapeños over the chips.
Add cheese: Evenly layer shredded cheeses over everything.
Bake: Place in the oven for 12–15 minutes, or until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Finish & serve: Remove from oven and add sour cream, guacamole, cilantro, and salsa. Serve immediately.
Notes
Cooking Tips
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Layer smart: For maximum coverage, use two lighter layers of chips and toppings instead of one heavy pile.
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Chip choice matters: Thick-cut tortilla chips hold up best under toppings.
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Even melting: Shred your own cheese—it melts smoother than pre-shredded.
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Crowd control: Serve hot toppings on the pan, cold toppings on the side to keep chips crisp.
Variations
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Chicken Nachos: Swap beef for shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in taco seasoning.
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Vegetarian Nachos: Skip meat and add extra beans, sautéed peppers, onions, and mushrooms.
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BBQ Nachos: Use pulled pork or chicken with BBQ sauce and cheddar cheese.
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Breakfast Nachos: Add scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, and top with salsa and avocado.
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Spicy Nachos: Drizzle with hot sauce or chipotle crema before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g