Pizza nachos are a sheet pan appetizer combining crispy tortilla chips with pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, pepperoni, bacon, and jalapeños. This customizable recipe works as a quick dinner or crowd-pleasing game-day snack that comes together in minutes.
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Spread the tortilla chips in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid mounding them.
Spoon small dabs of pizza sauce over the chips. Be careful not to add too much to avoid making the chips soggy.
Generously sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the entire tray of chips.
Add your desired toppings, such as pickled jalapeños and bacon bits.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it cool for a moment before serving.
Pizza nachos are best served immediately after baking. Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat on a sheet pan at 350°F until cheese is warm.
sheet pan · parchment paper or foil (optional but recommended)
Assemble the nachos up to 2 hours before baking. Cover and refrigerate, then add 1–2 extra minutes to the bake time if cold. Assemble and bake just before serving for the crispest chips.
Use any pizza toppings you like: pepperoni, bacon bits, sliced olives, pickled jalapeños, diced bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms. Layer heavier toppings under the cheese so they cook through.
Yes. Provolone, white cheddar, or a pizza blend all melt well. Avoid cheeses with low melting points like fresh mozzarella.
Don't soak the chips in sauce. Spread sauce lightly, layer cheese on top to seal them, and bake just until cheese melts. Serve immediately.
