Sheet Pan Nachos Ground Beef (Printable Version)

A flavorful mix of crispy chips, savory beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings, perfect for gatherings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beef Mixture

01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tbsp chili powder
05 - 1 tsp ground cumin
06 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ¼ tsp black pepper
09 - ½ cup water

→ Nacho Assembly

10 - 10 oz sturdy tortilla chips
11 - 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
12 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 1 medium tomato, diced
14 - ½ cup pickled jalapeño slices
15 - ½ cup sliced black olives (optional)
16 - ½ cup sour cream
17 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 1 medium avocado, diced (optional)
19 - 2 green onions, sliced

# How to Make:

01 - Set oven to 400°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef, breaking it apart, for 5 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Incorporate chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; pour in water and simmer for 3-4 minutes until most liquid evaporates. Remove from heat.
05 - Evenly spread tortilla chips across the prepared sheet pan.
06 - Distribute the seasoned beef evenly over chips, then sprinkle black beans followed by shredded cheese.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
08 - Remove from oven and immediately scatter diced tomato, pickled jalapeños, olives, green onions, cilantro, and diced avocado if desired.
09 - Drizzle sour cream on top or provide it on the side.
10 - Present directly from the pan while hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to make with budget-friendly ground beef
  • Perfect for parties and game nights
02 -
  • You can swap ground turkey or plant-based crumble for a lighter or vegetarian version
  • Choose gluten-free tortilla chips if needed for gluten-free diets
03 -
  • Use parchment paper or foil to make cleanup easier
  • Add fresh toppings immediately after baking for best flavor and texture
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