Description
Frito Chili Pie is the ultimate comfort food that combines a rich, savory chili with crunchy Fritos chips and gooey cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for any occasion—from game day gatherings to cozy family dinners. With its delightful mix of textures and flavors, it’s an easy recipe that appeals to both kids and adults alike. In just about 15 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that’s customizable with your favorite toppings. Plus, Frito Chili Pie makes great leftovers, ensuring you have delicious meals ready for days to come.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 can kidney beans (14 ounces, undrained)
- 1 can tomato paste (5.5 ounces)
- 1 can rotel (10 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 bag Fritos chips (9.25 ounces)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the kidney beans (with liquid), tomato paste, rotel, chili powder, salt, sugar, and cumin. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- On a serving dish or in individual bowls, layer Fritos chips and ladle hot chili over them. Top generously with shredded cheddar cheese and any additional toppings you desire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg