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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
Source: freshoffthegrid.com
Cast Iron Campfire Nachos for Camping
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

  1. 1Lightly oil the bottom of a large Dutch oven to prevent the nachos from sticking.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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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