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Crispy Sheet Pan Nachos with Refried Beans Easy 3-Cheese Recipe

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A crispy sheet pan nachos recipe featuring refried beans and a blend of three cheeses that keeps chips crunchy and flavors balanced. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups (160g) sturdy, thick-cut tortilla chips
  • 1 cup (260g) refried beans, warmed
  • 1 cup (115g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (115g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup (60g) queso fresco, crumbled
  • Sliced jalapeños, fresh or pickled
  • Thinly sliced red onion
  • Fresh chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Olive oil (about 1 teaspoon for tossing jalapeños and onions, plus a light drizzle)
  • Ground cumin (pinch)
  • Smoked paprika (pinch)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Thinly slice jalapeños and red onion. Toss them in a small bowl with a teaspoon of olive oil, a pinch of ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Set aside to marinate.
  3. Spread the tortilla chips evenly in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  4. Warm the refried beans until soft and spreadable. Spoon dollops evenly over the chips and gently spread with the back of a spoon so each chip gets some beans.
  5. Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the beans and chips.
  6. Add the spiced jalapeños and red onions on top.
  7. Bake in the oven for 8-12 minutes, watching for bubbling cheese and golden edges on the chips.
  8. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle crumbled queso fresco evenly over the hot nachos.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

To keep chips crispy, spread them in a single layer and warm refried beans before spreading. A quick 2-minute broil at the end can revive crispiness if chips start soggy. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Fresh lime juice brightens flavors. Reheat leftovers in oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: nachos, sheet pan nachos, refried beans, three cheese nachos, crispy nachos, easy nachos, crowd-pleaser, quick snack

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