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Campfire Nachos Skillet Recipe Easy Loaded Nachos for Outdoor Fun

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An easy, crowd-pleasing campfire nachos skillet recipe perfect for outdoor fun with family or friends. Made with layers of sturdy tortilla chips, melty cheese, beans, meat, and fresh toppings, cooked over hot coals for a warm, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups (about 180g) sturdy tortilla chips
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded cheese mix (sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup (165g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (150g) cooked ground beef or turkey (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) chunky medium-spiced salsa
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients before you start the fire: chop jalapeños, slice green onions, and drain beans. If using raw ground meat, cook it ahead and bring pre-cooked. Toss beans with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika in a bowl.
  2. Build a good campfire and let the coals get hot (20-30 minutes) until glowing embers form for steady medium heat.
  3. Layer the chips and toppings in a cast iron skillet: place a layer of tortilla chips, sprinkle half the cheese, then half the beans, meat, jalapeños, olives, and green onions. Repeat with another layer and finish with remaining cheese on top.
  4. Cook the skillet over the coals for 10-15 minutes, covering loosely with foil to trap heat and melt cheese. Check after 10 minutes for bubbly cheese and crispy edges; cook a few more minutes if needed.
  5. Remove from heat and add fresh salsa and sour cream on top or serve on the side.

Notes

[‘Prep ingredients at home to save time and reduce stress at camp.’, ‘Use a cast iron skillet for even heat and crispy chips.’, ‘Build a fire early and cook over glowing embers, not flames.’, ‘Layer cheese between chips to prevent sogginess and bind toppings.’, ‘Cover skillet loosely with foil to melt cheese evenly.’, ‘Add salsa and sour cream after cooking to keep chips crispy.’, ‘Avoid overcrowding the skillet to ensure even cooking.’, ‘Leftovers reheat best on stovetop with a splash of water or salsa; microwave may make chips soggy.’, ‘Not recommended to freeze leftovers due to texture changes.’]

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