Santa Fe Frito Pie
Get ready to indulge in the bold, southwestern flavors of Santa Fe Frito Pie, a comforting dish that combines hearty chili with the irresistible crunch of corn chips. Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender kidney beans, green chilies, and aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this one-pot wonder is layered over a bed of crispy Fritos for a perfectly satisfying bite. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, a dollop of tangy sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and green onions, this crowd-pleaser is as easy to customize as it is to prepare. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day gatherings, or casual family meals, Santa Fe Frito Pie brings a playful twist to classic chili, delivering layers of texture and flavor in every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces green chilies, diced (canned)
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces kidney beans (or pinto beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups corn chips (e.g., Fritos)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the green chilies, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and kidney beans. Mix well to combine.
Season the mixture with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the chili is simmering, prepare the toppings. Slice the green onions, chop the cilantro, and slice the jalapeño if using.
To assemble the Frito Pie, divide the corn chips evenly among serving bowls. Top each bowl with a generous ladle of the chili mixture.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chili while it's still hot, allowing it to melt slightly.
Add a dollop of sour cream to each serving. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and jalapeño slices if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the savory and crunchy goodness of Santa Fe Frito Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 304.3 g | 390% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.8 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 621 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 7109 mg | 309% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 321.8 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.3 g | 187% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 197.0 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2464 mg | 190% | |
| Iron | 26.3 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 4309 mg | 92% | |
*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.
