Sheet Pan Nachos Loaded

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Enjoy a quick, oven-baked dish featuring crispy tortilla chips layered with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. This flavorful combination is enhanced by fresh tomato, red onion, black beans, corn, and optionally jalapeño slices and black olives. Baked until bubbly, the dish is garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside cool sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and lime wedges, making it ideal for easy snacking or casual dinners.

Updated on Sat, 13 Dec 2025 13:03:00 GMT
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Crispy tortilla chips loaded with melted cheese, flavorful toppings, and served straight from the oven — perfect for a quick snack or casual dinner.

This has become my go-to snack for casual get-togethers and impromptu dinners because it's so tasty and simple to make.

Ingredients

  • 200 g (7 oz) tortilla chips: base
  • 200 g (2 cups) shredded cheddar cheese: cheese
  • 100 g (1 cup) shredded Monterey Jack cheese: cheese
  • 1 large tomato, diced: vegetables & toppings
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped: vegetables & toppings
  • 100 g (½ cup) canned black beans, rinsed and drained: vegetables & toppings
  • 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional): vegetables & toppings
  • 50 g (¼ cup) corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen): vegetables & toppings
  • 2 tbsp sliced black olives (optional): vegetables & toppings
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped: vegetables & toppings
  • 120 ml (½ cup) sour cream: to serve
  • 120 ml (½ cup) guacamole: to serve
  • 120 ml (½ cup) salsa: to serve
  • Lime wedges: to serve

Instructions

Preheat oven:
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Arrange chips:
Spread the tortilla chips evenly over the prepared baking sheet.
Add cheese:
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the chips.
Add toppings:
Top with black beans, corn, diced tomato, red onion, jalapeño slices, and black olives.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Finish:
Remove from the oven. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
Serve:
Serve immediately with sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and lime wedges on the side.
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My family always gathers around this dish during movie nights, enjoying the crispy chips and gooey cheese together.

Notes

Swap cheddar and Monterey Jack for your favorite melting cheeses. For extra crunch, add sliced radishes or pickled onions after baking. Pair with a light Mexican beer or a classic Margarita.

Required Tools

Large baking sheet, parchment paper, sharp knife, cutting board, and spoon.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 420, Total Fat: 22 g, Carbohydrates: 44 g, Protein: 14 g per serving.

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Oven-baked sheet pan nachos, overflowing with melted cheese, vibrant toppings, and fresh cilantro. | rapidskillet.com

Enjoy these sheet pan nachos fresh and hot for the best taste and texture.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make these nachos vegan?

Yes, substitute the cheddar and Monterey Jack with plant-based cheese alternatives and use dairy-free sour cream or guacamole to keep it vegan.

How do I add protein to this dish?

Incorporate cooked ground beef or shredded rotisserie chicken before baking to add savory protein.

What toppings can I customize?

Try adding sliced radishes, pickled onions, jalapeños, or fresh cilantro to suit your taste.

How to ensure the chips stay crispy?

Use a parchment-lined baking sheet and avoid piling too many toppings to keep chips crisp during baking.

What drinks pair well with this dish?

A light Mexican beer or a classic Margarita complements the flavors perfectly.

Sheet Pan Nachos Loaded

Crispy tortilla chips topped with cheddar, veggies, and beans, baked until bubbly and warm.

Time to Prep
10 minutes
Time to Cook
12 minutes
Total Duration
22 minutes
Shared by Ethan Wilson


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Tex-Mex

Makes 4 Portions

Diet Details Meat-Free

What You Need

Base

01 7 oz tortilla chips

Cheese

01 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
02 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Vegetables & Toppings

01 1 large tomato, diced
02 1 small red onion, finely chopped
03 ½ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
04 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
05 ¼ cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
06 2 tbsp sliced black olives (optional)
07 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

To Serve

01 ½ cup sour cream
02 ½ cup guacamole
03 ½ cup salsa
04 Lime wedges

How To Make It

Step 01

Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 02

Arrange tortilla chips: Spread the tortilla chips evenly over the prepared baking sheet.

Step 03

Add cheeses: Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the chips.

Step 04

Layer vegetables and toppings: Top with black beans, corn, diced tomato, red onion, jalapeño slices, and black olives as desired.

Step 05

Bake nachos: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 06

Garnish: Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.

Step 07

Serve: Serve immediately with sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and lime wedges on the side.

Tools You’ll Need

  • Large baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon

Allergy Info

Review all items for allergens. When unsure, ask a healthcare provider.
  • Contains milk products from cheese and sour cream.
  • Some tortilla chips may contain gluten; verify labels if sensitive.
  • Possible allergens in store-bought salsa or guacamole.
  • Contains legumes from black beans.

Nutrition Details (per portion)

For informational use only. Always follow your doctor's advice.
  • Energy: 420
  • Fats: 22 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 44 grams
  • Proteins: 14 grams