Description
At its heart, this dish is a celebration of textures and bold, zesty flavors. The Sheet Pan Nachos with Homemade Queso concept relies on a two-layered cheese approach. First, we use shredded cheese that melts directly onto the chips in the oven, acting as a “glue” to hold the beans, meat, and corn in place. Second, we finish the dish with a velvety, pourable homemade queso. This liquid gold fills in the gaps that shredded cheese can’t reach, ensuring a decadent bite every single time.
Ingredients
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For the Nachos
- 1 large bag tortilla chips
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey (optional)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1–2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- 1 tomato, diced
- ½ red onion, diced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Homemade Queso
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup pepper jack cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Meat (Optional)
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
- Add taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
2. Make the Queso
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute.
- Slowly add milk, whisking until smooth.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Add garlic powder, chili powder, and salt. Keep warm.
3. Assemble Nachos
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread tortilla chips evenly on a large sheet pan.
- Top with beef, beans, corn, and shredded cheese.
4. Bake
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Add Toppings
- Drizzle warm homemade queso over nachos.
- Top with tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and cilantro.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 410 kcal
Keywords: Baking Sheet Nachos with Cheese Sauce, Oven Baked Nachos with Queso, Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos, Homemade Cheese Sauce Nachos