Frito Chili Pie Recipe

This quick and easy Frito Chili Pie recipe is a nostalgic crowd-pleaser! A comforting classic, perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe has been updated based on popular feedback to include two cans of chili for a heartier dish. Customize the chili-to-Frito ratio to your liking—more chili is always an option! Get ready for a flavor explosion of savory chili, crunchy Fritos, and melted cheese. This recipe is sure to become a new family favorite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 1014.3 kcal
Protein 75g
Rating 4.3 (12 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Frito Chili Pie

  • Fritos Corn Chips
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans chili (your favorite kind)
  • 6-8 corn tamales
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup chopped onion

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How to Make Frito Chili Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spray a 9x13 inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Layer the bottom of the casserole dish with 6-8 corn tamales.
  4. Top tamales with 1 cup crushed Fritos corn chips.
  5. Spread 1 (15-ounce) can of chili evenly over the corn chips.
  6. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup chopped onion over the chili.
  7. Add another layer of 1 cup crushed Fritos corn chips.
  8. Cover with the remaining 1 (15-ounce) can of chili.
  9. Top with the remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup chopped onion.
  10. Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

98 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

110g

Carbs

31g