Genuine Frito Pie
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Genuine Frito Pie recipe, a classic Tex-Mex favorite sure to satisfy any craving. This hearty dish starts with a base of crunchy Fritos corn chips, layered with savory, seasoned ground beef, and a zesty chili blend featuring diced tomatoes with green chilies and hearty kidney beans. Topped with a generous sprinkle of melty cheddar cheese and optional garnishes of sour cream and green onions, each bite delivers a mouthwatering balance of textures and bold flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for game day, casual gatherings, or a weeknight dinner bursting with nostalgia. Easy to customize and utterly satisfying, this Frito Pie will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Fritos corn chips
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 10 ounces Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 15 ounces Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, kidney beans, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the chili is simmering, prepare your serving vessels by dividing the Fritos evenly among individual bowls (or layer them in a single casserole dish for family-style serving).
Spoon the hot chili mixture over the Fritos, ensuring each serving gets a generous amount.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese, letting it melt over the hot chili. Add optional toppings like sour cream and sliced green onions if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this comforting, flavorful dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3886 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 250.4 g | 321% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.6 g | 513% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 37.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 623 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 7369 mg | 320% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.7 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.5 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 177.2 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2326 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 3559 mg | 76% | |
*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.
