Frito Taco Bake Recipe
User Reviews
3.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
14 mins
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Total Time
29 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
286 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
Frito Taco Bake Recipe
Description
The Frito Taco Bake starts by browning ground beef or turkey and simmering it with taco seasoning and water until thickened and flavorful. A base layer of chili cheese Fritos provides a crunchy contrast under the savory meat. Over the meat is poured a warm mixture of cheddar cheese soup and milk, which bakes to a creamy, cheesy topping. Mozzarella cheese added over the top melts during the brief oven time, forming a mild, gooey layer.
This layered dish balances textures with crunchy Fritos, seasoned meat, and creamy cheese. It captures taco flavors in an easily served casserole form without assembling individual tacos.
After baking, it can be served topped with fresh ingredients like salsa, sour cream, diced onions, tomatoes, or avocado to add freshness and additional flavor contrasts. This dish is suitable for casual meals and pairs well with Mexican-style sides or salad.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 package taco seasoning or 3 tablespoon homemade taco seasoning
- 2/3 cup water
- chili cheese fritos
- 1/2 can cheddar cheese soup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- salsa toppings desired
- sour cream
- onion
- tomato
- avocado
Instructions
- Brown beef or turkey over medium high heat until no longer pink.
- Drain fat and add in the taco seasoning and water.
- Simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and meat is thoroughly coated in seasoning.
- Layer chili cheese Fritos on the bottom of and 8 x 8 baking dish.
- Place seasoned meat on top of Fritos.
- In a saucepan, heat cheddar cheese soup and milk over low heat.
- Once warm, pour cheese mixture on top of meat.
- Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over cheese and place pan in preheated oven, 350, for about 12-14 minutes.
- Remove pan from oven and scoop desired amount onto plate. Top with favorite toppings!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 286kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 777mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 346mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 792IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 127mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.8
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