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Crispy Sheet Pan Ground Beef Nachos

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A quick and easy sheet pan nachos recipe featuring crispy tortilla chips topped with well-seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, fresh jalapeños, and cooling sour cream. Perfect for a comforting snack or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20 for juiciness)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large bag (about 10 oz) sturdy tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • 1–2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced (seeded if preferred milder)
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Optional: sliced black olives or diced tomatoes
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, careful not to burn it.
  4. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with your spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all the spices evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large rimmed sheet pan.
  7. Distribute the cooked ground beef mixture in small spoonfuls over the chips, covering most of the surface.
  8. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top, ensuring some cheese on each chip.
  9. Add thin slices of jalapeños over the cheese according to heat preference.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and melted and chips around the edges turn golden and crispy.
  11. Remove from oven carefully and let cool for a minute.
  12. Dollop sour cream generously over the top.
  13. Garnish with fresh cilantro and optional sliced black olives or diced tomatoes.

Notes

Use sturdy, thick tortilla chips to prevent sogginess. Spread ingredients evenly and avoid overcrowding the pan to keep chips crispy. For less heat, remove jalapeño seeds or reduce chili powder. Substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences. Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain crispness; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: nachos, ground beef, sheet pan, jalapeño, sour cream, quick snack, easy recipe, cheesy nachos, spicy snack

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