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Skillet campfire nachos is the ultimate skillet nacho recipe. Crunchy tortilla chips, seasoned beef, loads of cheese, and toppings to complete the dish! 

I am a sucker for my cast iron. Something about it just transforms every dish from yum to wow. These skillet nachos are exactly that. 

Skillet Campfire Nachos

Serve these up as an appetizer or even a main dish. An easy ground beef nacho recipe that will win you over with one single bite. 

When To Serve Up These Easy Nachos

Whip up a batch over your campfire, on the stove for Sunday night football, or even a weeknight dinner. 

This recipe is crazy simple but yet so crave-worthy you will be making these up all the time. I am even guilty of that late midnight snacking on these! 

Can I Make These Meatless

You bet! Don’t want to mess with meat, just reach for extra cheese and toppings! It is totally fine to leave the meat out of the nachos! 

Topping Ideas 

• Cheese
• Sour cream 
• Black beans 
• Jalapenos 
• Green onions
• Avocado or guacamole 
• Salsa or Pico de Gallo 
• Black olives 
• Etc 

You can seriously get so creative and pile on the toppings. It might make them messier but boy are these nachos worth it. 

Can I Use Ground Turkey

Yes you can swap out the ground beef in this recipe. If you want a leaner nacho reach for ground turkey or even ground chicken. 

It will lighten up the flavor of your nachos a bit but still be totally satisfying. You could even toss in pre-cooked shredded chicken, pork or beef. 

If you use precooked meat just make sure it isn’t already pre-seasoned with something strong or it will alter the flavor of these nachos. 

Looking for a Keto or healthier option?

• Buffalo Chaffles
• Instant Pot Steak Kabobs
• Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Best Chips to Use For Nachos

I personally prefer tortillas for nachos. You can use your favorite brand of chips or go the extra step and make homemade chips. 

You just want a chip that will hold together. Some tortilla chips can be a bit tender and those type tend to break up or mush up faster. 

Can I Make These In Advance

You can make parts of this recipe in advance. Feel free to pre-cook meat, prep veggies for toppings, etc. 

But as for assembling nachos and waiting to cook them that answer is no. The chips would become soggy and you wouldn’t end up with crisp and crunchy nachos as you want. 

How to Store

Campfire nachos are best served fresh and hot. But if you have leftovers simply place in an airtight container once cooled down a bit. 

Then eat leftovers cold or reheat depending on toppings you have. 

The nachos will be soggier, so don’t expect a ton from these leftover nachos. They are still good but not near as tasty as night one. The nachos will store for up to 1-2 days once cooked. 

So don’t wait and try this satisfying nacho recipe today. 

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