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Frito Pie

Delicious Frito Pie Casserole for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy this comforting Frito Pie casserole, featuring melty cheese, savory beef, and crunchy Fritos, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can be substituted with turkey or plant-based option
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work best for flavor
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust for spice level
  • 1 can Diced Mild Green Chilies Jalapeños can be used for more heat
  • 1 can Pinto Beans or Kidney Beans Black beans are a good alternative
  • 1 can Red Enchilada Sauce Homemade or canned
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese Cheddar can be substituted if necessary
  • 3 cups Fritos Corn Chips Tortilla chips can be used for a healthier option
Suggested Toppings
  • 1 cup Cilantro Fresh
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes For freshness and color
  • 1 cup Sour Cream For creamy contrast
  • 1/2 cup Scallions Chopped
  • 1 medium Avocado For creaminess

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13 casserole dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position your oven rack in the middle.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the lean ground beef and chopped onions for about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, chili powder, diced green chilies, beans, and red enchilada sauce, cooking for 1 minute.
  4. Transfer the beef mixture into a 9x13 casserole dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  5. Sprinkle a layer of shredded Mexican blend cheese over the beef mixture and add an even layer of Fritos on top.
  6. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.
  7. While baking, prepare your toppings such as cilantro and diced tomatoes.
  8. Remove from the oven, cool slightly, and serve with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze Frito pie in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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