
This is my very first post! And because it is my first, I thought I would start with one of the favorites that I get requested for a lot – my enchiladas. You can make these vegetarian, or add more meat to cater to those in your camp group. Whatever you do, just make sure you have plenty of cheese!
I usually use chicken for mine but you can use whatever kind of meat you like or are already cooking at your campsite. For the chicken, I usually cook at home in my rotisserie and then shred and put into a large zip-lock bag before the trip to save time when at the campsite.
What you need –
- 1 can of corn
- 1 can of beans
- 32 oz. can of enchilada sauce – mild to hot depending on the group (I like mine with heat)
- 2 lbs. cooked and shredded chicken
- package of corn tortillas
- 4 cups of cheese – I usually use the Mexican blend
- Cast Iron or Dutch Oven
- Foil
- Bag of tortilla chips
Directions –
- Cover the cast iron in a couple layers of foil for an easier cleanup
- Layer the bottom foil with corn tortillas overlapping each other
- Spread some of the canned corn and beans over the tortillas
- Add chicken over the corn and beans
- Spread 1/3 – 1/2 of the enchilada sauce over everything.
- Cover with cheese
- Add another layer of corn tortillas and repeat until you reach the top of the pan
- Top with the remaining cheese
- Cover the pan with foil and place over campfire but indirectly of the flames
- Cook for one hour or until cheese is fully melted and it looks heated through and sauce is bubbling
One thing to note here – this is supposed to be a casserole but I have found people enjoy eating is served in bowls almost like a soup or dip and eat with tortilla chips
I would love feedback! If you have tried this recipe, please rate below and/or comment!
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