Campfire Grilled Nachos
A delicious and easy campfire-friendly nacho recipe featuring crispy tortilla chips, gooey melted cheese, seasoned ground beef, and fresh toppings. Perfect for outdoor gatherings, camping trips, or a cozy backyard fire pit meal.
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet or foil pan (for cooking over the campfire)
- Tongs or spatula
- Mixing bowl (for preparing ingredients)
- Knife and cutting board (for chopping toppings)
- Campfire or grill
Ingredients
- For the Nachos:
- 1 bag of tortilla chips about 10–12 oz
- 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend
- 1/2 pound ground beef or substitute with cooked chicken or beans for a vegetarian option
- 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade seasoning mix
- 1/4 cup water to mix with taco seasoning
- Optional toppings:
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced jalapeños
- Chopped green onions
- Guacamole or sliced avocado
- Sour cream
- Salsa or pico de gallo
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Campfire : Set up your campfire or grill to medium heat. Place a cast iron skillet or foil pan over the fire to preheat.
- Cook the Ground Beef : In the skillet, brown the ground beef over the campfire, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Once cooked through, drain excess grease if needed. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Layer the Nachos : Spread a layer of tortilla chips evenly in the skillet or foil pan. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the chips, followed by half of the seasoned ground beef. Add another layer of chips, then top with the remaining cheese and beef.
- Melt the Cheese : Place the skillet or foil pan back over the campfire or grill. Cook for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Add Toppings : Remove the skillet from the heat and add your favorite toppings, such as diced tomatoes, jalapeños, green onions, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro.
- Serve : Use tongs or a spatula to serve the nachos directly from the skillet. Enjoy while hot!
Notes
If you don’t have a campfire, this recipe can also be made on a stovetop or grill.
For a vegetarian version, replace the ground beef with black beans or sautéed vegetables like bell peppers and onions.
Use a mix of cheeses (e.g., cheddar and Monterey Jack) for extra flavor.
Pre-chop all toppings before heading to the campsite to save time.
For a vegetarian version, replace the ground beef with black beans or sautéed vegetables like bell peppers and onions.
Use a mix of cheeses (e.g., cheddar and Monterey Jack) for extra flavor.
Pre-chop all toppings before heading to the campsite to save time.