Foil Pack Baked Nachos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
472 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Foil Pack Baked Nachos
Description
The recipe calls for browning ground beef seasoned with taco seasoning and water, enhancing the meat’s flavor and moisture. Individual servings of tortilla chips are topped with a portion of the seasoned beef and Mexican cheese blend inside foil packets that allow heat circulation during baking. This method melts the cheese and warms everything evenly without additional pans or dishes.
Once baked, the foil packs are opened and garnished with chopped avocado, diced tomato, cilantro, green onions, and sour cream to add freshness, creaminess, and herbal notes. The foil pack technique also makes the dish portable and convenient for gatherings or weeknight meals.
As the packets seal steam inside, the chips soften slightly but retain some crispness, balancing textures well. This dish serves well as a casual snack or light meal and pairs nicely with salsa or guacamole alongside.
Ingredients
For the Nacho Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef We used 90/10 beef, lean
- 4 Tbsp taco seasoning (or 1 packet)
- ½ cup water
- 4 heets aluminum foil (16" each sheet)
Nacho Toppings:
- 8 oz Mexican blend cheese divided
- 1 avocado chopped
- 1 Roma tomato diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro Chopped
- 1/4 cup green onion or chives, chopped
- 4 Tbsp sour cream or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F. In a large skillet on medium heat brown your beef, when there is no pink add 4 Tbsp taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water, and cook for an additional 3-5 min, stirring occasionally.
- Tear off four 16" long pieces of Aluminum Foil. Place a handful of tortilla chips in the center of the sheet, top with a heaping 1/4 cup Mexican cheese, then cover with 1/4 of the ground beef mixture followed by another 1/4 cup of cheese. Bring up and double-fold the long ends, leaving room for air to circulate. Bring up and double-fold the short ends to close your foil packet.
- Just before serving, place on a baking sheet and bake at 350˚F for 10 minutes. Prep all of your toppings so they are ready to serve over hot nachos. Open the foil packs, add desired toppings and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 472 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 472kcal | 24% |
| Carbs | 8g | |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 130mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 688mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 755mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1015IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 408mg | 41% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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