Frito Chili Pie (Walking Taco Casserole)

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5

30 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    883 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American, Tex-Mex

Frito Chili Pie (Walking Taco Casserole)

Frito Chili Pie is a baked casserole layering crunchy corn chips, hearty chili con carne, diced onions, and shredded cheddar cheese. Baking melts the cheese and warms the chili through, creating a comforting mix of textures: crispy chips softened slightly by the chili, fresh onions, and melted cheese. It serves as a satisfying dish with familiar Tex-Mex flavors in an easy, shareable format.

Description

This Frito Chili Pie assembles Fritos corn chips in a casserole dish topped with prepared chili con carne, diced onions, and shredded cheddar cheese. The dish is baked until the chili is heated through and the cheese melts, resulting in a blend of crunchy and creamy textures with savory chili flavor.

The baking process slightly softens the corn chips, while the cheese provides a gooey layer that binds the elements together. The diced onions add a crisp, fresh bite contrasting with the smooth chili and cheese.

It can be served directly from the casserole, optionally garnished with chopped cilantro, sour cream, or pickled jalapeños to add freshness, cooling creaminess, or heat depending on preference. This makes a hearty meal suitable for casual gatherings or family dinners.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 9.25 oz corn chips or 4 cups, brand Fritos
  • 3 cups chili con carne
  • 1 onion diced, small
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a 13x9" casserole baking dish evenly distribute the corn chips.
  3. Pour the chili con carne on top and evenly distribute.
  4. Sprinkle the diced onion and cheese over and bake for 10-12 minutes until heated through and cheese has melted.
  5. Serve with optional toppings like chopped cilantro, sour cream and pickled jalapeños.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 883kcal (44%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 47g (94%) Fat 57g (88%) Saturated Fat 23g (115%) Cholesterol 166mg (55%) Sodium 879mg (37%) Potassium 1070mg (23%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 4820IU (96%) Vitamin C 10.5mg (12%) Calcium 413mg (41%) Iron 5.9mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 883 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 883kcal 44%
Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Protein 47g 94%
Fat 57g 88%
Saturated Fat 23g 115%
Cholesterol 166mg 55%
Sodium 879mg 37%
Potassium 1070mg 23%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 4820IU 96%
Vitamin C 10.5mg 12%
Calcium 413mg 41%
Iron 5.9mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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