Chaos Nacho Party Board Pretzel (Print View)

Crispy chips, gooey cheese, fresh toppings, and pretzel confetti combine for a crowd-pleasing party platter.

# Components:

→ Chips & Crunch

01 - 10 oz tortilla chips
02 - 2.5 oz mini pretzels, lightly crushed

→ Cheese

03 - 9 oz shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 5 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese

→ Beans & Protein

05 - 14 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
06 - 1 small red onion, finely diced

→ Fresh Toppings

07 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced
08 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
09 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
10 - 2 avocados, diced
11 - 1.7 oz pickled red onions
12 - 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Extras

14 - 1/2 cup sour cream
15 - 3.5 oz salsa
16 - 1 tbsp olive oil
17 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Spread the tortilla chips evenly across a large baking sheet or serving board, ensuring it's lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
03 - Distribute the drained black beans and finely diced red onion uniformly over the tortilla chips.
04 - Generously shower both shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the entire surface.
05 - Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
06 - While the chips are baking, combine the diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeño, diced bell pepper, and diced avocados in a separate bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper to your preference.
07 - Carefully remove the baked chips from the oven. Spoon the prepared fresh vegetable mixture evenly over the melted cheese.
08 - Top the assembled board with pickled red onions, fresh chopped cilantro, and a liberal scattering of the crushed mini pretzels, creating the "confetti" effect.
09 - Present the Nacho Party Board immediately, accompanied by lime wedges, salsa, and sour cream on the side for individual customization.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes
  • Perfect for unexpected guests or game day gatherings
  • Customizable for different dietary needs
  • Creates an impressive presentation with minimal effort
  • Uses everyday ingredients you likely already have
02 -
  • Can be made ahead up to the baking stage then finished just before serving
  • Perfect for accommodating different dietary preferences just section off areas
  • Creates natural conversation as guests gather around the board
  • Scales easily for larger or smaller crowds
03 -
  • The secret to truly exceptional nachos lies in the layering technique. Rather than piling everything in the center, create intentional chaos by ensuring even distribution of every ingredient. This guarantees that each guest gets the perfect bite no matter which section they take from.