Frito Chili Pie
Dive into comfort food heaven with this irresistible Frito Chili Pie, a crowd-pleasing classic that combines bold flavors and satisfying textures. This simple yet hearty dish layers crunchy Fritos corn chips with a rich, savory chili made from seasoned ground beef, kidney beans, and a medley of warm spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Finished with melty shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of creamy sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, each bite offers a perfect balance of crunch, spice, and creaminess. Ideal for weeknight dinners, game-day gatherings, or casual parties, this Frito Chili Pie recipe is easy to prepare in just 40 minutes and delivers big on flavor. Whether you're seeking comfort food or a fun twist on chili, this dish is sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed canned kidney beans
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups Fritos corn chips
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 3 stalks, sliced green onions
Instructions
In a large skillet or pot, heat over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef until browned. Break the meat up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is softened.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), kidney beans, tomato paste, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
To serve, divide the Fritos corn chips evenly among serving bowls.
Ladle the hot chili over the corn chips, ensuring an even distribution.
Top each bowl with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced green onions.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Frito Chili Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2573 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.6 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.5 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 540 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 6048 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.3 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.1 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 162.2 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1677 mg | 129% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 3686 mg | 78% | |
*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.
