Description
This Frito Chili Pie recipe is a Tex-Mex favorite that layers crunchy Fritos corn chips with a flavorful homemade chili and gooey cheddar cheese. It’s a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for cozy dinners or game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chili:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) chili beans, undrained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly:
- 4 cups Fritos corn chips
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced green onions, jalapeños
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet, cook beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Prepare the Chili: Add garlic, chili beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, spices. Simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Assemble: Layer Fritos in bowls, top with chili, cheese, and desired toppings.
Notes
- For a baked version, layer the chips, chili, and cheese in a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes.
- Easily made vegetarian by substituting plant-based meat or adding extra beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
