Party Pan Nachos Recipe
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ Cook Time: 5 minutes
๐ Total Time: 20 minutes
๐ฅ Servings: 2 jelly roll pans
Description:
Bring the fiesta to your table with these mouthwatering Party Pan Nachos! Loaded with savory flavors and customizable toppings, they’re perfect for lunch, snacks, or whenever you’re craving a delicious treat. This recipe is quick, easy, and guaranteed to be a hit with both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Olive oil | 3 tbsp |
| Onions | 2 |
| Green pepper | 1 |
| Chili powder | 1 tbsp |
| Black pepper | 2 tsp |
| Salt | 8 tsp |
| Oregano | 1/4 tsp |
| Cumin | 1 tsp |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Picante salsa | 1 cup |
| Tortilla chips | 2 bags |
| Cheddar cheese | 3 cups |
| Monterey jack cheese | 1 1/2 cups |
| Lettuce | 1 |
| Chopped tomato | 1 1/2 cups |
| Avocado | 1 |
| Onion | 1 |
| Sour cream | 1 cup |
| Chunky salsa | 1 cup |
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Line 2 jelly-roll pans with foil and set them aside.
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Saute Vegetables:
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Saute onions and green pepper until tender, then push them aside in the skillet.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and sprinkle chili powder over it, simmering for one minute.
- Combine the chili powder with the sauteed vegetables and remove the mixture from the pan.
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Prepare Meat Filling:
- In the same skillet, brown the meat over medium heat, then drain off any excess fat.
- Add the cooked vegetables, beans, and remaining seasonings including picante salsa to the skillet.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, then remove it from the heat.
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Layer and Bake:
- Into the prepared jelly-roll pans, layer the tortilla chips, overlapping them.
- Top the chips with the prepared meat filling.
- Cover the filling generously with cheddar and Monterey jack cheese.
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Bake:
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Serve the hot and bubbly nachos with your favorite side dishes and toppings.
- Encourage everyone to build their own custom nachos with toppings like chopped lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, onions, sour cream, and chunky salsa.
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Tips:
- The filling can be made in advance and frozen for convenience.
- Experiment with different toppings and cheese blends to customize the nachos to your taste preferences.
Get ready to dive into a plate of irresistible Party Pan Nachos! Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving a savory snack, these loaded nachos are sure to satisfy your cravings. Enjoy the fiesta of flavors with every crunchy bite! ๐๐ง๐ฅ
