Chili Frito Bake
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistibly easy Chili Frito Bake! Perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings, this layered casserole combines boldly spiced ground beef, hearty kidney beans, and tangy crushed tomatoes, all simmered to savory perfection. A base of crunchy Fritos corn chips adds a satisfying crunch, while a generous topping of gooey melted cheddar cheese seals the deal. Finished with creamy sour cream and fresh green onions, this dish is bursting with flavor in every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is the ideal fusion of Tex-Mex and classic home-cooked goodness. Keywords: Chili Frito Bake, easy casserole recipe, Tex-Mex dinner idea, family-friendly meal, comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 15 oz crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 cups Fritos corn chips
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook it until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5 minutes.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onions are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the beef and onions are well-coated with the spices.
Add the crushed tomatoes and kidney beans to the skillet. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread 3 cups of Fritos in an even layer at the bottom of the dish.
Spoon the chili mixture over the Fritos, spreading it out evenly.
Top the chili with the remaining 3 cups of Fritos, followed by an even layer of shredded cheddar cheese.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes. Top with dollops of sour cream and sprinkle with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 291.5 g | 374% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.8 g | 614% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 44.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 676 mg | 225% | |
| Sodium | 6352 mg | 276% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 288.8 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.0 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.2 g | ||
| Protein | 186.7 g | 373% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2608 mg | 201% | |
| Iron | 26.3 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 4400 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
