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Beef and Bean Sheet Pan Nachos

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By: The Chunky Chefpublished: 02/05/2017

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Mouthwatering beef and black bean nachos, baked on a sheet pan, smothered in a lightened up cheese sauce, and fully loaded with toppings!

These beef and bean nachos are lightened up a bit but loaded with flavor from a homemade jalapeño cheese sauce, and made in a sheet pan… easy to transfer to the table to feed a crowd!

These sheet pan nachos are perfect for any party! Layer after layer of mouthwatering flavor, smothered with a jalapeño cheese sauce and loaded with classic nacho toppings! #nachos #beef #bean #mexican #party #appetizer #sheetpan #easyrecipe #cheesy

I’m a big fan of eating game day foods as a casual dinner!  Especially these sheet pan beef and black bean nachos.  Served with some Arroz Verde and Roasted Poblano and Charred Corn Guacamole it’s the perfect dinner recipe to kick back and relax with family!

Sheet Pan Beef and Black Bean Nachos | These sheet pan nachos are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Layer after layer of mouthwatering flavor, smothered with a jalapeño cheese sauce and loaded with classic nacho toppings! | http://thechunkychef.com

While I’m certainly not saying nachos are light or healthy, I made this cheese sauce a bit healthier, used lean ground beef, added black beans to bump up the protein factor, and used the Mexican crema as a drizzle and not as generously as I probably wanted to lol.  So, in a way, they are lightened up in comparison to regular nachos 🙂

Sheet Pan Beef and Black Bean Nachos | These sheet pan nachos are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Layer after layer of mouthwatering flavor, smothered with a jalapeño cheese sauce and loaded with classic nacho toppings! | http://thechunkychef.com

Of course, there are several ways to make these nachos even healthier!

HEALTHY TIPS AND TRICKS:

  • Use lean ground turkey instead of beef (I promise you won’t even be able to tell!)
  • Use shredded chicken instead of beef
  • Add additional beans in place of any meat
  • Swap the Mexican crema for a low fat sour cream
  • Nix the crema with no substitutions

NON HEALTHY, BUT DELICIOUS ADD-INS:

  • Use 1/2 beef, 1/2 ground chorizo
  • Use all chorizo
  • Drizzle some 5 Minute Restaurant Salsa over the top!

Sheet Pan Beef and Black Bean Nachos | These sheet pan nachos are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Layer after layer of mouthwatering flavor, smothered with a jalapeño cheese sauce and loaded with classic nacho toppings! | http://thechunkychef.com

I love that these are made right in a sheet pan, so transferring them to the dinner table, or to a party, is easy peasy!  Although, these aren’t truly baked.

Once you layer the chips, beef, beans and sprinkle of mozzarella cheese, you’ll just be broiling them for a few minutes.  Enough that the cheese is melted.

If you wanted the chips to get a little extra crispy, you could bake the layers at 375 degrees F until things are crispy and gooey.

After that step, you’re just adding on more layers of flavor and toppings!

Sheet Pan Beef and Black Bean Nachos | These sheet pan nachos are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Layer after layer of mouthwatering flavor, smothered with a jalapeño cheese sauce and loaded with classic nacho toppings! | http://thechunkychef.com

I made my cheese sauce with evaporated milk, which has let fat than heavy cream, but still thick and luxurious enough to make a velvety cheese sauce!

You could omit the jalapeño from the cheese sauce if you’re worried about the heat, but I don’t think it makes it too spicy… just full of that great jalapeño flavor!

Sheet Pan Beef and Black Bean Nachos | These sheet pan nachos are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Layer after layer of mouthwatering flavor, smothered with a jalapeño cheese sauce and loaded with classic nacho toppings! | http://thechunkychef.com

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Sheet Pan Beef and Black Bean Nachos | These sheet pan nachos are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Layer after layer of mouthwatering flavor, smothered with a jalapeño cheese sauce and loaded with classic nacho toppings! | http://thechunkychef.com

Sheet Pan Beef and Black Bean Nachos

Author: The Chunky Chef
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: 328
Servings: 6 servings
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Mouthwatering beef and black bean nachos, baked on a sheet pan, smothered in a lightened up cheese sauce, and fully loaded with toppings!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 bag your favorite tortilla chips
  • 2/3 lb lean ground beef I used 90% lean
  • 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed divided
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp ancho chile powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 2/3 cup picante sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2/3 cup evaporated milk divided
  • 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated (pre shredded cheese will work, but has a tendency to not melt as well)
  • 1/2 jalapeno, seeded and finely minced
  • 1/4 cup Mexican Crema (I use cacique brand)

GARNISHES:

  • 1-2 roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, freshly chopped
  • remaining 1/2 jalapeno, sliced into rings
  • lime slices or wedges

Instructions

  • Spray large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over MED-HIGH heat.  Add ground beef and cook about 5-7 minutes, using a wooden spoon or potato masher to crumble finely.  Drain if needed.
  • Return pan to heat, add cooked beef back to skillet.  Add chili powder, Chile powder, and cumin, stirring to combine. 
  • Add half the black beans to pan and use a potato masher to mash them in with the beef.  Stir in picante sauce.  Remove pan from heat and set aside.
  • To a small bowl, add cornstarch and 1/4 cup evaporated milk.  Whisk to combine.  Pour remaining evaporated milk into a small saucepan and heat over MED until simmering.
  • Add cornstarch mixture, whisk to combine.  Sprinkle in grated cheese and minced jalapeño and stir until melted and smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • In a sheet pan with sides (like this jelly roll pan), layer chips, beef mixture, remaining black beans, and mozzarella cheese.  Broil on HIGH for a minute or until cheese is melty.
  • Drizzle with cheese sauce and Mexican crema.  Top with desired garnishes and serve hot.

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Chef Tips

  • Beef/bean mixture and cheese sauce can be made ahead of time, kept refrigerated and reheated prior to making nachos... this is a huge time saver!

Nutrition Disclaimer

The Chunky Chef is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

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These sheet pan nachos are perfect for any party! Layer after layer of mouthwatering flavor, smothered with a jalapeño cheese sauce and loaded with classic nacho toppings! #nachos #beef #bean #mexican #party #appetizer #sheetpan #easyrecipe #cheesy

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  1. Brandy | Nutmeg Nanny says

    Posted on 2/15 at 6:16 pm

    Loving these sheet pan nachos! Can’t wait to try these!

    Reply
  2. Jeanne says

    Posted on 2/9 at 2:48 am

    Hi, looks great. What do I do with the cornstarch mixture?

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 2/9 at 8:56 am

      Hi Jeanne 🙂 Thank you! You add the cornstarch mixture to the simmering evaporated milk. I’ve updated the recipe to avoid confusion 🙂

      Reply
  3. eat good 4 life says

    Posted on 2/7 at 1:31 pm

    I haven’t made nachos in forever. These look out of this world.

    Reply
  4. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    Posted on 2/7 at 11:07 am

    Just pinned this because I’m in love with sheet pan meals! Also, those pictures are perfect!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 2/8 at 9:13 pm

      Thanks so much Angie!!

      Reply
  5. Krista says

    Posted on 2/7 at 10:14 am

    This looks amazing! I cannot wait to make them and try them out!

    Reply
  6. Renee - Kudos Kitchen says

    Posted on 2/7 at 9:17 am

    This is one gorgeous dish that I would be proud to set before my hungry family!

    Reply
  7. katerina @ diethood.com says

    Posted on 2/7 at 6:09 am

    WOW!! I must try this asap! It looks fantastic!!

    Reply
  8. Michelle Goth says

    Posted on 2/6 at 8:34 pm

    This would have been a stellar recipe for our get together Sunday night. My favorite snack for football games is nachos. This recipe sounds perfect!

    Reply
  9. Erren says

    Posted on 2/6 at 9:58 am

    Mouthwatering to say the least! I must try this!

    Reply

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