Easy Campfire Nachos
Bring the magic of the campfire to your taste buds with Easy Campfire Nachos! This recipe features layers of sturdy tortilla chips, savory seasoned beef, melty cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and a colorful medley of fresh toppings like tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and creamy sour cream. Perfect for camping trips, backyard fires, or quick outdoor meals, these nachos are a fun and shareable comfort food that doubles as a snack or main dish. Great for outdoor parties, easy dinners, or family-friendly camping food ideas.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Foil Cover
Ingredients
- 2 cups tortilla chips
- 0.5 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup diced red onion
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 jalapeño sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your campfire or grill to medium heat and place a cast iron skillet over the flame.
- Cook the ground beef or turkey in the skillet until browned, seasoning with taco seasoning. Remove and set aside.
- Layer tortilla chips, cheese, and cooked meat in the skillet. Repeat until full.
- Cover with foil and heat over the fire for 5–7 minutes until cheese melts.
- Top with tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, sour cream, and optional jalapeños. Serve hot.
Notes
1. Pre-cook and store your meat in a cooler to make assembly faster at the campsite. 2. Use restaurant-style chips to prevent sogginess under heavy toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 16gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 480mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg
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