Frito Chili Pie: A Cozy Twist on Comfort Food You’ll Love

Enjoy the warm comfort of Frito Chili Pie, combining crunchy chips with hearty chili for a delightful meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chili

1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with turkey
1 can Chili Beans canned varieties save time
1 can Diced Tomatoes or crushed tomatoes for smoother consistency
2 tablespoons Chili Powder adjust according to spice tolerance

For the Toppings

1 bag Fritos Corn Chips look for Fun Size bags for servings
2 cups Shredded Cheese cheddar or a Mexican blend
1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthy alternative
½ cup Jalapeños fresh or pickled for extra kick

Optional Garnishes

1 bunch Green Onions or chopped cilantro
1 medium Avocado for creaminess and healthy fats

Equipment

9x13 baking sheet
Parchment paper
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Frito Chili Pie

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spread Fritos evenly across the bottom of the lined baking sheet.
Spread your prepared chili evenly over the layer of Fritos.
Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the top of the chili.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Allow cooling slightly before serving, and add your favorite toppings before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best texture, use fresh Fritos and monitor the baking time closely. Customize toppings to taste, but avoid overloading to prevent sogginess.

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