Baked Bean Nachos (Printable)

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

# What you need:

01 - 7 ounces tortilla chips

02 - 14 ounces canned baked beans, drained slightly

03 - 5 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

04 - 1.75 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese

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

11 - Lime wedges, for serving

12 - Hot sauce, to taste

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large baking tray with parchment paper.

02 - Spread tortilla chips evenly across the prepared baking tray.

03 - Spoon baked beans evenly over the tortilla chips.

04 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses generously over the beans and chips.

05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.

06 - Remove from oven and immediately top with diced tomato, red onion, sliced jalapeño, cilantro, and avocado.

07 - Drizzle with sour cream and serve immediately with lime wedges and hot sauce on the side.

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The sweet and savory beans create this incredible depth that regular nachos just cannot match
Everything comes together in under 30 minutes using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry

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Soggy nachos happen when you add cold toppings to hot chips, so keep your fresh ingredients at room temperature before piling them on
The type of baked beans matters more than you might think so experiment with different brands to find your perfect sweetness level

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Sturdy thick cut chips will save you from the heartbreak of broken soggy pieces under all those toppings
A mix of sharp cheddar and mild Monterey Jack creates the perfect balance of bold flavor and meltability