Blackstone Nachos (Made While Camping!)
These Blackstone Nachos are the ultimate camping meal—made right on the griddle with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, melty cheese, and all your favorite toppings. Easy, crowd-friendly, and totally customizable!
Creator: Leslie Stokes
Let me just say… y’all nailed it picking this as the first recipe to share from our latest camping trip. These Blackstone Nachos were a massive hit—easy, fun, and perfect for feeding a hungry crowd after a long day outdoors.
We made them right on the Blackstone griddle, and I’m telling you, this might be my new go-to camping meal. No extra dishes, no fuss, and everyone gets to load up their plate with exactly what they want.
Here’s how it went down:
I started by cooking 1.5 pounds of ground beef straight on the griddle, seasoning it up with a packet of taco seasoning. While that browned, I popped open two cans of refried beans, added a little salsa in and warmed them up in a little pot—yes, right on the griddle. No stove necessary.
Once the beef was done, I grabbed a big ol’ bag of tortilla chips and spread them straight onto the griddle. From there, it was a glorious layering situation: refried beans, seasoned beef, loads of shredded cheese… then I covered it all with foil (or the Blackstone warming dome) to melt everything together.
And here’s the fun part—once that cheese was all ooey-gooey and perfect, we added all the toppings and let everyone make their plates directly off the griddle. Tomatoes, jalapeños, lettuce, salsa, sour cream, you name it.
Why These Nachos Work So Well for Camping:
One griddle, no mess. You’re not juggling pots and pans in a tiny camper kitchen.
Fast and satisfying. From start to finish, you’re done in under 30 minutes.
Totally customizable. Picky eaters? No problem. Everyone builds their own plate.
Kid-approved. My kids crushed this and even went back for seconds.
Want to Take It Even Further?
Next time we’re trying this with shredded chicken, ground turkey, or even leftover steak. And don’t be afraid to toss on corn, black beans, or a drizzle of hot honey for a little sweet heat.
If you’re looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing camping meal, this one is it. And honestly? You don’t even have to be camping. These nachos are just as good for backyard dinners, pool days, or lazy Sundays when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
Tips for success
Use a sturdy chip that can hold up to all the toppings and heat without getting soggy.
Don’t skip the covering step—it’s the key to melty, restaurant-style nachos.
Prep toppings ahead of time in storage containers to make dinner time even faster.
Blackstone Nachos
Equipment
- Equipment Needed: Blackstone griddle, small pot, hot food cover or foil
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning or 1 packet
- 2 15 oz cans refried beans
- 1-2 large bags tortilla chips sturdy ones like restaurant-style
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional toppings:
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced jalapeños
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Pickled onions
- Cilantro
Let's Make It
- Preheat your Blackstone griddle over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef directly to the griddle and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Sprinkle in taco seasoning and stir to combine.
- While the beef cooks, place a small pot on the corner of the griddle and add the refried beans. Stir occasionally until heated through.
- Once the meat is cooked and beans are hot, remove the meat, lay down a big layer of tortilla chips on the griddle.
- Spoon warmed beans and cooked beef evenly over the chips. Top generously with shredded cheese.
- Cover with a Blackstone dome lid or a large piece of foil to help the cheese melt. Let it cook for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove the cover and load on all your favorite toppings! Let everyone build their plate right off the griddle.
- Serve hot and enjoy around the fire with paper plates and happy campers.
