Description
A delicious, one-pan camping meal featuring crispy tortilla chips layered with melted cheese, black beans, and fresh toppings, cooked over a campfire or grill for a smoky, comforting experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- Large bag of sturdy, thick-cut tortilla chips
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- Corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- Sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- Pepper Jack cheese, grated
- Monterey Jack cheese, grated (optional)
- Jalapeños, sliced (fresh or pickled)
- Green onions, chopped
- Diced tomatoes
- Salsa (medium heat preferred)
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain black beans. Grate cheeses. Chop jalapeños, green onions, and tomatoes. Prep takes about 10 minutes.
- Place a heavy-duty skillet or cast-iron pan on a grill grate over medium heat. Warm for 3-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle a thin layer of tortilla chips into the bottom of the pan.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of the cheese blend over the chips, then scatter black beans and corn evenly.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes until cheese is mostly melted and chips are not burning.
- Remove lid. Add another layer of chips, cheese, and remaining beans. Cover again for another 2 minutes.
- Once cheese is fully melted and chips are crispy, remove from heat.
- Immediately top with fresh tomatoes, jalapeños, and green onions.
- Drizzle with salsa and sour cream. Sprinkle with cilantro and a dash of cumin. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use a blend of cheeses (Monterey Jack and Cheddar) for the best melt. Avoid pre-shredded cheese as it contains anti-caking agents. Add wet ingredients like salsa and sour cream only after removing from heat to keep chips crispy. If using a campfire, use glowing coals rather than direct flame to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving from the p
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 15
Keywords: campfire nachos, grilled nachos, camping recipes, one-pan meal, outdoor cooking, easy dinner, cheesy nachos, family friendly