Description
Deliciously crispy tortilla chips layered with melted cheese, savory meat, and fresh toppings, perfect for sharing with friends.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend) (Use a generous, even layer.)
- 1 cup cooked ground beef or shredded chicken (Warm before adding if refrigerated.)
- 1 can black beans (Drained and rinsed.)
- 2 medium jalapeños (sliced) (Slice thin for crispiness.)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (Optional: add corn and lime zest for brightness.)
Toppings
- 1 cup sour cream (Serve in a bowl for visual appeal.)
- 1 cup guacamole (Serve in a bowl to keep fresh.)
- 1/2 cup green onions (sliced) (Garnish before serving.)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (for garnish) (Fresh cilantro enhances flavor.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a large sheet pan, spread a layer of tortilla chips.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese over the chips.
- Add your choice of cooked ground beef or shredded chicken and black beans, distributing evenly.
- Top with sliced jalapeños and diced tomatoes.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and add dollops of sour cream and guacamole.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and cilantro.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Let people pull what they want from the pan. Consider serving additional sides like extra salsa or pickled onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Cuisine: Mexican