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Loaded Campfire Nachos Recipe

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Loaded Campfire Nachos are a perfect hearty snack or meal for outdoor gatherings, made with layers of tortilla chips, cheesy pinto beans, sweet corn, green chiles, and topped with fresh avocado, queso fresco, and jalapeños. Prepared in a cast-iron skillet over a campfire, these nachos combine smoky flavors with creamy textures for a satisfying treat that’s sure to please any crowd.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 (11-oz.) bag tortilla chips
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 (15-oz.) can pinto beans, drained
  • 1 (15-oz.) can whole kernel sweet corn, drained
  • 1 (4-oz.) can diced green chiles
  • 1 (11-oz.) can pickled jalapeño slices

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup queso fresco or cotija cheese
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Sour cream, to taste
  • Thinly sliced green onions, to taste
  • Freshly chopped cilantro, to taste
  • Thinly sliced radishes, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the skillet: Place a grate over a campfire and set a large cast-iron skillet on it to preheat slightly for cooking.
  2. Layer the nachos: Add about half of the tortilla chips into the skillet, spreading them evenly. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend. Distribute one-third of the drained pinto beans, one-third of the drained sweet corn, and one-third of the diced green chiles evenly over the chips.
  3. Repeat layering: Add another layer by repeating the process with the remaining chips, cheese, beans, corn, and green chiles, making a total of three layers. Finish by topping with the pickled jalapeño slices.
  4. Cook the nachos: Cover the skillet loosely with aluminum foil or a lid. Place it over the campfire grate and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted thoroughly and the ingredients are heated through.
  5. Add fresh toppings: Remove the skillet from the heat. Top the melted nachos with crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese, diced avocado, and as desired, add sour cream, thinly sliced green onions, freshly chopped cilantro, and thinly sliced radishes for added flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet for even cooking and easy cleanup when cooking over the campfire.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapeños based on your preferred spice level.
  • Covering the skillet helps melt the cheese evenly and warms the toppings.
  • Fresh toppings add brightness and texture to contrast with the warm, cheesy base.
  • Nachos can be customized by adding cooked meats, like ground beef or shredded chicken, if desired.

Keywords: campfire nachos, loaded nachos, Mexican snack, cast iron nachos, outdoor cooking, easy nachos

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