Best Sheet Pan Nachos Recipe with Ground Beef (Oven Baked)

Sheet pan nachos are my go-to dinner when I need something easy, filling, and guaranteed to make my four tiny humans (and hubby) happy. There’s just something about a big pan of crispy tortilla chips loaded with seasoned ground beef and melty cheddar that brings everybody running to the kitchen.

Sheet Pan Nachos with Ground Beef

Sheet pan nachos with ground beef are one of the easiest ways to feed a hungry crowd without spending hours in the kitchen. Everything bakes together on one pan, and you still get that perfectly crispy chip with melty cheese in every bite.

What I love most about this sheet pan nachos recipe with ground beef is how customizable it is. You can adjust the spice level, swap out the protein, change the toppings, or use whatever chips you have on hand. Around here, everyone builds their portion exactly how they like it, and that makes dinner time a whole lot smoother.

With two pounds of seasoned ground beef and layers of real cheddar cheese, these are loaded sheet pan nachos that are hearty enough for a full meal but flexible enough to fit any family’s taste.

Ingredients for the Best Sheet Pan Nachos

Let’s start by gathering all the ingredients for these sheet pan nachos. You will need seasoned ground beef, real cheddar cheese, and your favorite toppings. I also use my homemade spice blend to give these nachos a little extra flavor that everyone loves.

Meat Mixture

• Ground beef – You can use lean ground beef or swap it out for ground turkey for a healthier option.
• White onion – Dice the white onion so it cooks evenly with the meat and adds a touch of sweetness.
• Homemade Mexican spice blend – A mix of cumin, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. This gives the meat all the flavor without needing store-bought seasoning.

Cheese Sauce

• Shredded cheese – I used two 8-ounce blocks. Always shred your own cheese from a block to avoid the additives and chemicals found in pre-shredded cheese.
• Butter – Equal parts butter and flour to make a roux, which thickens the sauce and makes it creamy.
• Flour – Combine with butter to help thicken the sauce.
• Milk– Adds creaminess and helps melt the cheese into a smooth sauce.
• A pinch of your homemade Mexican spice blend– Adds extra flavor and ties the cheese sauce to the seasoned meat.

Toppings

• Diced jalapeños – Adjust the spice level by leaving in or removing the seeds.
• Diced tomatoes – Drain them well to keep the nachos from getting soggy.
• Diced red onions – Add a little bite and color to balance the flavors.
• Black olives – Optional, for a salty flavor contrast.
• Tortilla chips – or Doritos, Either works depending on what you have on hand and how crunchy you like your nachos.