How to Make Nachos in the Oven

How to Make Nachos in the Oven

20 min

Use these ingredients as a rough guideline and make these nachos any way you like! These are easy to make and are a great appetizer to throw together for a party.

Ingredients

  • sliced or minced jalapeño
  • sour cream
  • diced tomatoes
  • sliced green onions
  • chopped cilantro
  • diced avocado or guacamole
  • chopped red bell or poblano peppers
  • diced red onion
  • chipotle sauce
  • fresh corn
  • black olives
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup salsa
  • coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 6 cups tortilla chips
  • 3-4 cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese, divided
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained well

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350F.

  2. 2

    Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no pink remains. Drain off any fat. Season with salt and pepper then stir in the salsa. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Place the tortilla chips on a sheet pan and top with 2 cups shredded cheese (or more, if desired). Place in the oven for 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Remove from the oven and top with the black beans, then the beef/salsa mixture. Top with the remaining cheese, then place the nachos back in the oven for another 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is completely melted.

  5. 5

    Remove from the oven, add any toppings you like, and serve immediately.