Foil Pack Nachos Recipe

Foil Pack Nachos is a delicious way to enjoy nachos. They are flavorful and can be loaded with your favorite nacho toppings. You can cook them on the grill or in the oven.

This easy foil packet recipe is so quick and easy to make. We love using foil packs to make many different recipes. This one is always a crowd favorite. We think this recipe would be perfect when you have friends over and everyone can build their own. Try these other foil pack recipes – Teriyaki Chicken in Foil, Grilled Vegetables in Foil or Caprese Chicken Foil Pack.

Why We Love This Recipe

If you are looking for a new recipe to make on the grill or at home, this is the perfect camping recipe. The next time you are planning a camping trip, make sure to grab all the ingredients to make these foil packet nachos. It makes cleanup a breeze.

These nachos are also to be made in the oven or load up a cast iron skillet with chips cheese and beans. We love cooking in our cast iron skillet and this is a fun, crowd pleasing nacho recipe.

In less than 15 minutes, these nachos will be done. The next time you have friends over, make a nacho bar with all your favorite topping.

Ingredients

• Lean Ground Beef – You can also use Ground Turkey or a mixture of both.
• Taco Seasoning – Use seasoning packet or make Homemade Taco Seasoning
• Salsa – We like using Homemade Salsa for the best flavor
• Black Beans – Use canned black beans or make Crock Pot Black Beans

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How to Grill Nachos in Foil

• Step 1 – Heat grill over medium high heat (approximately 350 degrees F). 
• Step 2 – Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat.  Break up the beef as it browns.  Drain off the excess grease.  
• Step 3 – Stir in the water, salsa and taco seasoning.  Heat for 3-5 minutes until the flavors are all combined.  Remove the ground beef mixture from the heat.  

• Step 4 – In a separate mixing bowl, combine both of the shredded cheeses.  
• Step 5 – Prepare 4 large sheets of Heavy Duty Aluminum foil that are 18X18 inches.  Spray each large pieces of foil with a non-stick cooking spray. 
• Step 6 – Divide tortilla chips on the center of each foil.  Then top chips with the meat mixture, beans and the shredded cheese.  Seal the foil packs and cut a hole on the top of each foil pack so that the chips don’t get soggy when they cook. 

• Step 7 – Place packets on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted.  
• Step 8 – Then carefully open the foil packets.  Garnish with your desired toppings, fresh squeezed lime juice and serve and enjoy.

Tips for Camping Nachos Foil Pack

• Foil – We recommend using heavy duty foil to make these nachos. It holds up on the grill and you can load the packets up without it ripping.
• Meat – We used ground beef but you can ground turkey or mixed the two together.
• Cook Meat – Cook meat in a skillet and crumble into small piece. Drain the meat once you have cook it.
• Preheat Grill – Before placing the nacho foil packets on the grill, make sure the grill has been preheated.
• Spray Foil – Before adding the ingredients to the foil, spray with cooking spray.
• Chips – After you have added the ingredients to the foil pack, make sure to poke a hole in the packet. This prevents the chips from getting soggy.
• Cook – It will take about 10 minutes to melt the cheese. Open packet carefully as it will extremely hot.
• Serving – These foil pack nachos are best served immediately.

Nachos Topping Ideas

The toppings for these Foil Pack Nachos are endless. You can use what you have on hand.

• Queso
• Cheese
• Green Bell Pepper
• Slice Avocado
• Beans
• Slice Jalapenos
• Tomatoes
• Black Olives
• Red Onion
• Green Onions
• Corn
• Sour Cream
• Guacamole
• Refried Beans
• Green Chiles

Frequently Asked Questions