Print

Easy Loaded Nacho Sheet Pan for Perfect Game Day

easy loaded nacho sheet pan - featured image
Print Recipe

This easy loaded nacho sheet pan recipe recreates the magic of a beloved sports bar snack with crispy chips, melty cheese, and all the fixings. Perfect for game day, it comes together in under 20 minutes and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 large bag (10–12 oz) restaurant-style tortilla chips (e.g., Tostitos Scoops)
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (e.g., Sargento)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade mix)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 2–3 jalapeños, sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1 can (4 oz) sliced black olives
  • 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup guacamole (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup salsa (your favorite variety)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan (18×13 inches) with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water; simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
  3. Spread tortilla chips in an even single layer on the prepared sheet pan, with curved sides facing up.
  4. Sprinkle the seasoned ground beef evenly over the chips. Dot the black beans around the pan.
  5. Sprinkle Mexican blend and cheddar cheeses evenly over everything.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Check after 7 minutes to prevent burning.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately top with diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, black olives, and red onion.
  8. Drizzle sour cream in zigzag patterns. Dollop guacamole and salsa in clusters. Sprinkle fresh cilantro over everything. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra-crispy chips, preheat the empty sheet pan in the oven before adding chips. Use room-temperature sour cream and guacamole to prevent cheese from seizing. Serve immediately for best texture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition

Keywords: loaded nachos, sheet pan nachos, game day nachos, easy nachos, beef nachos, party appetizer

Find it online: https://bakebelle.com/easy-loaded-nacho-sheet-pan-for-perfect-game-day/