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Foil Packet Nachos!

I recently shared how we experimented with "Foil Packet Nachos" during our Labor Day camping trip and got lots of comments asking for the recipe. So today, I'm sharing all the details so that you can try this at home (or in your backyard)! This dish is not 100% real because of the deep-fried chips, of course, but there's nothing wrong with enjoying a little splurge on occasion. :)

Foil Packet Nachos on 100 Days of Real Food

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We had this as an appetizer while camping—I made two packets per family—but we quickly decided that we should probably just make this as our main course for next year. The appetizer version filled me up so much that I didn't even eat the burrito dinner I had brought for that night! And, despite the chips being a "treat," most all the toppings were healthy enough to balance out that indulgence, including homemade taco seasoning, fresh pico de gallo (or salsa), cilantro, avocado, hot peppers, etc. The topping possibilities are endless!

Foil Packet Nachos on 100 Days of Real Food

This can even be a fun "on the go" after school snack (if you really want to surprise your little ones)! After the camping trip, I came home and made this again so that I could measure out the ingredients for the recipe below, and when my kids came back from school they were like, "Whaaat? Nachos for an after school snack?"

It was the perfect thing for my 9th grader to eat in her lap in the car as I took her straight from one activity to another. Busy (and happy) girl!

Foil Packet Nachos on 100 Days of Real Food

Here's the recipe for you to try out yourself. Let me know how it goes in the comments below, and I'd also love to hear what ideas you have for additional toppings (once they come out of the oven)! Enjoy.  Try these Pulled Pork Nachos too!

Foil Packet Nachos on 100 Days of Real Food

Foil Packet Nachos!

These Foil Packet Nachos are a fun way to enjoy a "treat" while camping or on the go!
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
Total Time: 30 minutes mins
Course: Dinner, Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 4
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Ingredients
  

  • foil ((+ optional parchment paper), for cooking)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ⅓ cup onion (chopped (yellow, white, or red))
  • 1 pound ground pork ( or beef)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ lime (juiced)
  • 1 8 ounces tortilla chips
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (freshly grated)

Optional Toppings (once out of the oven)

  • Pico de gallo or salsa
  • cilantro
  • diced hot peppers
  • sour cream
  • avocado or guacamole
  • diced red onion

Instructions
 

  • Preheat outdoor grill to medium-high or oven (if cooking indoors) to 350 degrees F.
  • Cut 8 large pieces (about 14-16" long each) of foil and lay two pieces on top of each other in perpendicular stacks (to form sort of a plus sign shape) to start 4 grill packets. At this point, you can line them with parchment paper if desired. Simply lay a single piece just on top of the top piece of foil. 
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft but not browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the ground pork (or beef) and cook while breaking up the meat with
    a spatula. Continue to cook until the meat has browned all the way through. Drain off the fat (if desired), then season with chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt. Stir in the lime juice and set aside.
  • Evenly distribute the chips on top of the foil pieces then top with equal amounts of cooked meat and grated cheese. Try to cover as many chips as you can with the toppings!
  • Carefully bring together the two ends of the foil from the bottom piece so that the edges meet at the center. Fold the two edges together over at least three times. Then, rotate and fold up the edges on the open sides at least two to three times and crimp those together with your fingers as well (see video demo below). Punch some holes in the top to help prevent the chips from getting soggy.
    Foil Packet Nachos on 100 Days of Real Food
  • Place the packets on the grill or in the oven and cook until the cheese is melted, about 10 to 12 minutes. Carefully open packets, add additional desired toppings, and serve!

Notes

Adapted from Cookie Rookie
We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Foil Packet Nachos!
Amount Per Serving
Calories 583 Calories from Fat 432
% Daily Value*
Fat 48g74%
Saturated Fat 21g131%
Cholesterol 132mg44%
Sodium 668mg29%
Potassium 400mg11%
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin A 583IU12%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 447mg45%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Mar says

    May 28, 2022 at 1:31 pm

    Steamed corn chips do not sound appetizing....

    Reply
  2. Laura says

    April 23, 2022 at 6:07 am

    I found a recipe for nachos using waffles fries instead of chips. Just cook the waffle fries per instructions. Once cooked add your cooked ingredients, put in oven and cook. Just takes 5 to 10 minutes for cheese to melt. The recipe I found put cooked bacon, green onion, salsa,cheese, olives on top.

    Reply
  3. AYM Goa says

    September 16, 2019 at 7:43 am

    I thinks nachos won't stay crunchy.

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      September 17, 2019 at 9:37 am

      When you poke holes in the top of the foil it will help the nachos not get soggy. - Nicole

      Reply
  4. Bee House says

    September 11, 2019 at 3:27 pm

    Do the nachos stay crunchy?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      September 17, 2019 at 9:59 am

      Yes! You poke holes in the top of the foil in order for them to not get soggy. - Nicole

      Reply

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