Frito Pie

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5

27 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    1

  • Calories

    687 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Frito Pie

Frito Pie is a straightforward layered dish that combines crunchy corn chips with hot chili, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped onions. The warm chili softens the chips slightly while the melted cheese adds creaminess. Optional toppings like sour cream, mustard, and jalapenos add tanginess and heat. It’s a quick, snack-style comfort food that highlights the contrast between crunchy base and flavorful toppings.

Description

The assembly begins with heated chili, poured over a base of Fritos corn chips arranged in a bowl. The heat from the chili warms and softens the chips, creating a different texture from their original crunch. Shredded cheddar cheese is sprinkled over the top, melting slightly from residual heat to add a creamy, sharp flavor element. Chopped onions add a fresh bite.

Optional toppings such as sour cream, yellow mustard, and sliced jalapenos contribute additional layers of flavor — creamy coolness from the sour cream, a tangy note from the mustard, and a spicy punch from jalapenos. The dish combines quick preparation with an enjoyable contrast of textures and flavors, suitable as a snack or casual meal.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 cup corn chips brand Fritos
  • 10 ounces chili
  • ¼ cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon onion chopped

Optional Toppings

  • sour cream
  • yellow mustard
  • jalapeno pepper canned or fresh, slices

Instructions

  1. Heat chili in a pan or in the microwave.
  2. Place the Fritos corn chips in a bowl.
  3. Ladle hot chili on top of the Fritos.
  4. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Sprinkle onions over the cheese.
  6. Top with sour cream, jalapeno slices, and mustard if desired.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 687kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 81g (27%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 29mg (10%) Sodium 680mg (28%) Potassium 1031mg (22%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 2980IU (60%) Vitamin C 407.4mg (453%) Calcium 388mg (39%) Iron 4.3mg (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 687 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 687kcal 34%
Carbohydrates 81g 27%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 35g 54%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 680mg 28%
Potassium 1031mg 22%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 2980IU 60%
Vitamin C 407.4mg 453%
Calcium 388mg 39%
Iron 4.3mg 24%

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

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