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Crispy One-Skillet Campfire Nachos

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A quick and easy one-skillet nacho recipe perfect for campfires or stovetop cooking, delivering crispy chips, melty cheese, and smoky, flavorful toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups (about 180g) sturdy, thick-cut tortilla chips
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
  • 1/2 pound (225g) cooked ground beef or turkey, seasoned with 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (cumin, paprika, chili powder)
  • 1 cup (165g) canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2–3 sliced fresh or pickled jalapeños
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 medium fresh tomato, diced
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thin
  • A small handful of cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
  • Sour cream, for serving (can substitute with Greek yogurt)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, to lightly grease the skillet
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought, low-sodium preferred)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix 1/2 pound ground beef or turkey with 1 tablespoon taco seasoning.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the meat, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until evenly browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary. Set meat aside in a bowl.
  4. Lightly grease the skillet again if needed.
  5. Spread about half of the tortilla chips evenly in the skillet in a single layer.
  6. Sprinkle half of the cooked meat over the chips, then add 1/2 cup black beans, half the diced onions, tomatoes, and jalapeños.
  7. Top with 1 cup of the shredded cheese blend.
  8. Repeat layering with the remaining chips, meat, beans, onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cheese. Press down lightly to compact the layers.
  9. Place the skillet over medium heat on a campfire grill grate or stove burner. Cover loosely with foil (optional).
  10. Cook for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and chips are golden and crispy at the edges. Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning.
  11. Remove from heat. Sprinkle chopped green onions and cilantro over the top.
  12. Serve immediately with dollops of sour cream on the side.

Notes

Use sturdy, thick-cut chips to prevent sogginess. If chips brown too fast before cheese melts, lower heat and cover skillet to keep cheese gooey without burning chips. Prepare toppings before cooking meat for efficiency. For vegetarian version, skip meat and add extra beans or grilled veggies. For dairy-free, substitute cheese and sour cream with plant-based alternatives. Oven baking option: bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes in an oven-safe skillet.

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