BBQ Chicken Nachos Foil Packet – Easy Campfire Recipe

At UCO, we believe getting outdoors should feel exciting—not overwhelming. That’s why we’re on a mission to make camp cooking gear, easy camp recipes, and camping meals more approachable for everyone. Kerrie, our Ecomm Sales Manager, is a lifelong adventurer who’s passionate about helping people get outside, and stress less.

This recipe was inspired by her days of waitressing at Bugaboo Creek in Boston—a beloved, woodsy-themed restaurant known for their incredible BBQ chicken nachos. It was always a customer favorite, and she’s recreated that gooey, smoky magic for the campfire. This foil packet version is easy to prep, fun to make, and even better to share.

It’s melty, saucy, crunchy, and totally customizable- made to be prepped at home or right at your campsite with your Cookit Camp Kitchen.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3):

2 cups tortilla chips (choose thick ones that hold up to heat)
1 cup shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or grilled)
⅓ cup BBQ sauce
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or both)
Jalapeño slices (optional)
2 small tomatoes chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix the Chicken
In your Cookit Camp Kitchen bowl or a zip-top bag, toss the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well coated.

2. Build the Foil Packet
Lay out a large piece of heavy-duty foil (or double-layer regular foil).
Layer chips, BBQ chicken, cheese.
Fold the foil into a secure packet, leaving a bit of space inside for heat to circulate.

3. Grill It
Place the packet on your UCO Flatpack Smokeless Grill or directly over hot coals.
Cook for 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

4. Serve & Enjoy
Carefully open the packet (watch out for steam!) and top with extra bbq sauce, tomatoes and jalapenos.
Eat straight from the foil or transfer to your UCO Mess Kit plate with a UCO Spork.

Pro Tips from Team UCO

Use the cutting board and knife from UCO's Cookit Camp Kitchen and UCO's Mess Kits to prep your toppings and store leftovers.
Start your fire effortlessly with Sweetfire Fire Starters or Long Burn Matches.
Keep things bug-free around camp with Citronella Candles on the table.
Light up your late-night nacho session with a classic UCO Candle Lantern.

Why Camp Cooking Gear Matters

The right gear makes all the difference when you're cooking outdoors. Our fold-flat grills, reusable mess kits, compact kitchen setups, and reliable fire starters take the guesswork out of outdoor meals—so you can focus on what really matters: food, fire, and fun.

From spontaneous snacks to full-on feasts, UCO Gear is here to support every type of camper with smart, compact, and eco-conscious camp cooking equipment and camp cooking accessories.

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