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Foil Packet Nachos

Foil Packet Nachos

The ultimate comfort food for summer gatherings, Foil Packet Nachos are the perfect blend of crispy chips, savory beef, and melted cheese. Easy to customize and fun to make, these nachos are a must-try for your next outdoor event!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups tortilla chips
  • 1/2 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 ounce Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
  • 1 can Old El Paso Green Chiles drained
  • 1/2 can diced tomatoes fully drained
  • 1/2 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup diced onion green, red, or white
  • 2 cups Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • to taste sour cream for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Blender
  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by heating your grill to medium-high heat, or preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the lean ground beef over medium-high heat. Stir in the Old El Paso Taco Seasoning and stir to coat.
  3. Toss in the drained diced tomatoes and green chiles with the beef mixture.
  4. Prepare your foil packets by folding two large sheets of foil in half and folding up the edges.
  5. At the bottom of each foil packet, place half of the tortilla chips.
  6. Sprinkle half of the beef mixture over the chips, followed by half of the black beans and half of the diced onion.
  7. Top with half of the Mexican blend cheese and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  8. Fold the top half of each foil packet over the filled ingredients and pinch the edges to seal tightly.
  9. Place the packets on the grill or in the oven and cook for about 12 to 15 minutes.
  10. Once done, carefully open the packets and add your desired toppings like sour cream.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven for best results.