Description
A portable, smoky nacho dish grilled over open flames. Layers of crispy chips, melted cheese, seasoned beef, and fresh toppings create a gooey, crowd-pleasing snack for camping or backyard adventures.
Ingredients
4 cups tortilla chips
2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat mix)
1 1/2 cups toppings (sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, cilantro)
Instructions
Preheat grill or campfire area to medium heat (about 350°F)
Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned and crumbly, seasoning with cumin and chili powder
Spread chips evenly in a large aluminum foil packet or cast-iron skillet
Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over chips, leaving 1-inch border for heat circulation
Top with cooked beef, then add remaining cheese to fully cover mixture
Fold foil packet securely or cover skillet with a lid to trap moisture
Place on grill or hot coals. Cook 10-12 minutes, rotating every 4 minutes for even browning
Open foil or remove lid, add toppings, and let sit 5 minutes before serving
Use tongs to portion nachos directly from the pan for maximum crispiness
Notes
Chill chips for 15 minutes before assembling to prevent oil sogginess
Use a cast-iron skillet if cooking over coals for superior heat retention
For extra smokiness, char bell peppers and add them as a topping
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Trending
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
