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Frito Pie

Easy, delicious, and simple this homemade hearty frito pie boasts bold flavors your family will love.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Keyword Frito Pie, Frito Pie Casserole, Frito Pie Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 748kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Laura's Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 onion diced finely
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup chili sauce
  • 1 cup medium salsa
  • 1 15- ounce can kidney beans rinsed
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1.5 cups Monterey jack cheese shredded
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 4 cups corn chips

Instructions

  • Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat cook and crumble ground beef until no longer pink.
  • Drain grease and return beef to skillet. Add onions and garlic. Continue to cook for 5-7 minutes, or until onions are soft and tender.
  • Add taco seasoning, chili sauce, medium salsa, kidney beans, chili powder, pepper, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir well and let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  • Pour the meat mixture into the greased 9x13 baking dish. Use a spatula to spread the mixture out evenly.
  • Top meat mixture with half of the Monterey jack and cheddar cheeses. Sprinkle corn chips on top of shredded cheese. Top the corn chips with the remaining cheese.
  • Place the baking dish in the oven and let cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 748kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 1899mg | Potassium: 796mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1007IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 557mg | Iron: 4mg