Campfire
Dinner
Vegetarian
Cast Iron Campfire Nachos for Camping
Crisp chips and melted cheese in one pan. Cook these over hot coals after a long day on the trail for an easy, zero-fuss dinner.
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Added November 6, 2026

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 10 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- •1 tablespoon neutral flavored oil
- •½ lb tortilla chips
- •1 (7.75 oz) can El Pato hot tomato sauce/salsa or equivalent
- •1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- •1 (14.5 oz) can black beans
- •1 large avocado
- •4-5 green onions
- •handful fresh cilantro
- •1 small lime
Equipment
- • Dutch oven
- • metal grill
- • aluminum foil (if needed)
Instructions
- 1Lightly oil the bottom of a large Dutch oven to prevent the nachos from sticking.
- 2For the first layer, evenly spread ⅓ of the chips into the Dutch oven, topped with ¼ of the sauce, ¼ of the black beans, ¼ cup of cheese, and a handful of avocado, green onions, and cilantro. Repeat for the second layer.
- 3For the third and final layer, use the remaining ⅓ portion of chips, ½ can El Pato, ½ can black beans, ½ cup cheese, and the remaining avocado, onion, and cilantro.
- 4Cover the Dutch oven and place on a metal grill over your campfire for about 10 minutes, until the cheese has melted. Serve with lime wedges.
Camp tips
- • Use a mix of sharp cheddar, Colby, and Monterey Jack for great flavor.
- • Experiment with toppings like grilled chicken or cooked ground beef for added protein.
- • Layering ingredients helps achieve the best flavor and texture.
Food safety & trail facts
- Calories:
- 987
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