Craving a snack that’s big on flavor and super easy to make? These Sheet Pan Nacho Chips are your answer! Perfectly crispy chips loaded with all your favorite toppings—cheese, salsa, and more—this is the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack for movie nights, parties, or any time you’re in the mood for something cheesy and delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Simple: Ready in minutes, these nachos are the perfect no-fuss snack or appetizer.
- Fully Customizable: Load them up with your favorite toppings to make them just the way you like.
- Crowd-Pleasing Favorite: Perfect for movie nights, game days, or parties—everyone will dig in!
Ingredients
- Kettle Chips: Serve as the crunchy, hearty base of the dish, providing a satisfying foundation for all the toppings.
- Tomato: Adds a burst of freshness and juiciness, balancing the richness of the other ingredients.
- Bacon: Introduces a smoky, savory flavor that complements the tangy blue cheese and crispy chips.
- Blue Cheese: Offers a rich, tangy flavor, adding depth and creaminess to the nachos.
- Green Onions: Provide a fresh, mild bite, enhancing the overall flavor profile with a hint of sharpness.
Variations
- Cheeseburger Nachos: Add seasoned ground beef, pickles, and a drizzle of mustard for a cheeseburger-inspired creation.
- Vegetarian Nachos: Replace bacon with roasted chickpeas, black beans, or sautéed mushrooms for a satisfying vegetarian option.
- Buffalo Chicken Nachos: Swap bacon for shredded buffalo chicken and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Greek Nachos: Swap kettle chips for pita chips and add feta, olives, and tzatziki sauce.
- Breakfast Nachos: Top with scrambled eggs, crumbled sausage, and shredded cheese for a hearty breakfast dish.
How To Make Nacho Chips
Step One: Set the oven to broil (called "grill" in the UK). Cook your bacon, then chop your ingredients (tomatoes, green onions) into small pieces. Spread the kettle chips out evenly on a cookie sheet. Evenly distribute the chopped tomatoes over the chips.
Step Two: Now add the crumbled blue cheese on top of the chips and tomatoes.
Step Three: Next, add the chopped bacon and green spring onions. Place the sheet pan in the oven and broil for 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Step Four: Serve the nachos!
Top Tips
- Layering is Key: Layer your chips evenly to ensure every bite gets a perfect topping.
- Crisp Bacon First: For the best crunch, cook the bacon until it's extra crispy before adding it to the nachos.
- Use Fresh Tomatoes: Fresh, juicy tomatoes will add a pop of flavor and color to your nachos.
- Watch the Broil: Keep an eye on your nachos while broiling so the cheese doesn't burn—just a few minutes is all you need!
Storage And Reheating Instructions
Storage:
- Store leftover nachos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Separate toppings like green onions and fresh tomatoes to keep them from becoming soggy.
Reheating:
- Oven Method: Spread the nachos on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until crispy and warm.
- Skillet Method: Heat in a dry skillet over medium heat to re-crisp the chips.
- Microwave Method: Reheat briefly, but this may result in soggy chips.
Pro Tip: To refresh soggy nachos, add a sprinkle of new cheese before reheating.
What To Serve With Cheesy Nacho Chips?
- Guacamole: Adds creamy richness to balance the tangy blue cheese.
- Salsa: Fresh Tomato Salsa or spicy Pico de Gallo enhances the nachos' flavor.
- Queso Dip: Serve warm queso for extra cheesiness.
- Fruit Salad: A refreshing fruit medley or these tasty Cantaloupe Melon And Prosciutto Skewers.
- Pickled Veggies: Tangy pickled jalapeños or onions enhance the dish's flavor.
- Garlic Aioli: Adds a rich, garlicky kick to balance the crunch of the chips and toppings.
- Ranch Dressing: A classic choice that complements the smoky bacon and tangy blue cheese with its creamy, herby flavor.
FAQ'S
It’s best to prepare nachos just before serving to keep the chips crispy. You can prep ingredients in advance and assemble them quickly when ready to eat.
Broiling in the oven works best for even melting and a slightly bubbly texture. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
Keep wet ingredients like tomatoes and sauces minimal until just before serving, and avoid overloading the chips with toppings.
Yes, you can. Arrange the chips in a single layer and broil at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes, ensuring the toppings don’t burn.
Use a larger baking sheet or prepare multiple smaller batches. Keep the chips and toppings separate until just before broiling to ensure freshness.
Sheet Pan Nacho Chips
Ingredients
- 1 Bag Kettle Chips
- 1 Tomato Chopped
- ½ Cup Cooked Bacon Chopped
- 6 oz. Blue Cheese Crumbled
- 4 Green Spring Onions Diced
Instructions
- Set the oven to broil (called "grill" in the UK). Cook your bacon, then chop your ingredients (tomatoes, green onions) into small pieces. Spread the kettle chips out evenly on a cookie sheet. Evenly distribute the chopped tomatoes over the chips.
- Now add the crumbled blue cheese on top of the chips and tomatoes.
- Next, add the chopped bacon and green spring onions. Place the sheet pan in the oven and broil for 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve the nachos!
