Baked Bean Nachos (Print Version)

Crispy chips topped with baked beans, melted cheese, and fresh toppings perfect for sharing.

# What You Need:

→ Chips & Beans

01 - 7 oz tortilla chips
02 - 14 oz canned baked beans, drained slightly

→ Cheese

03 - 5 oz shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1.75 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese

→ Fresh Toppings

05 - 1 medium tomato, diced
06 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
07 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
09 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
10 - 1/3 cup sour cream

→ Optional Extras

11 - Lime wedges, for serving
12 - Hot sauce, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Spread tortilla chips evenly on the prepared baking tray.
03 - Spoon baked beans evenly over the tortilla chips.
04 - Sprinkle both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses generously over the beans and chips.
05 - Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
06 - Remove from oven and immediately top with tomato, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and avocado.
07 - Drizzle with sour cream and serve with lime wedges and hot sauce on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The sweet smoky beans create this incredible flavor base you never get from regular cheese-only nachos
  • Everything comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something from a proper restaurant
  • The contrast between hot melted cheese and cool fresh toppings is absolutely addictive
02 -
  • Drain the beans slightly first or you will end up with soggy chips in the middle of the platter
  • Let the nachos rest for about 2 minutes after baking or the toppings will slide right off when you try to eat them
  • Work quickly once you add the fresh toppings so the cheese stays hot and melty underneath
03 -
  • A mix of thin and thick chips gives you the best texture contrast
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre-shredded for much better melting

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