Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Cheesy Frito Pie, featuring layers of crispy Fritos, savory chili, and gooey cheese. Topped with fresh ingredients like jalapeños and tomatoes, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for game nights or family gatherings. Quick to prepare and utterly delicious, it promises a fun and flavorful experience for everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Fritos Corn Chips
- 2 cups chili (canned or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chili Base: Heat the chili in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbly.
- 2. Layer the Fritos: Spread a generous layer of Fritos on a large platter or individual bowls.
- 3. Add the Chili: Spoon the hot chili generously over the Fritos.
- 4. Sprinkle on Cheese: Cover with a thick layer of shredded cheese.
- 5. Bake or Microwave: For extra melty goodness, bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or microwave until cheese melts.
- 6. Add Fresh Toppings: Garnish with diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, and green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg