Recipe Name: EZ Baked Frito Pie 🥧
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Description: This EZ Baked Frito Pie is a beloved family recipe that’s perfect for those times when you crave a comforting meal without the hassle of extensive cooking. Passed down from my Dad, this dish has undergone a few tweaks over the years to make it even more delicious. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, requiring minimal time and effort, and the best part is, the leftovers taste just as good as the freshly baked pie. This hearty dish stands on its own as a satisfying meal, but I occasionally like to serve it with warm flour tortillas for an extra touch of indulgence. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or a crowd, this Frito Pie is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. 🌶️🧀
Recipe Category: Cheese 🧀
Keywords: Meat 🍖, Tex Mex 🌮, Southwestern U.S. 🏜️, Kid Friendly 👨👩👧👦, Potluck 🥘, Spicy 🌶️, < 60 Mins ⏱️, Oven 🍽️, Beginner Cook 👩🍳, Easy ✨
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Onion |
| 1 | Green chili |
| – | Canned chili |
| – | Optional ingredients (as desired) |
| 1 | Package of Fritos corn chips |
| 3 | Cups shredded cheese (divided) |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 280.5
- Total Fat: 20.7g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 54.2mg
- Sodium: 818.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 16.7g
Recipe Instructions:
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Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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Heat the canned chili and any optional ingredients on the stove until warmed through.
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Spread a thin layer of Fritos along the bottom of an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish to create the base of your pie.
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Pour about half of the heated chili evenly over the bottom layer of Fritos, ensuring even distribution.
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Completely cover the chili layer with a thicker layer of Fritos, creating a satisfying crunch in every bite.
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Sprinkle about half of the shredded cheese atop the Fritos, allowing it to melt and meld with the flavors below.
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Pour the remainder of the chili atop the Frito and cheese layer, spreading it out evenly to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.
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Completely cover the top chili layer with another thick layer of Fritos, adding an irresistible texture to your pie.
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Sprinkle on the remaining shredded cheese, ensuring that every corner of your pie is adorned with gooey, melted goodness.
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Bake in the pre-heated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for about 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly, and the top cheese is perfectly melted and golden brown.
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Allow the EZ Baked Frito Pie to cool for about 5 minutes before serving, to allow the flavors to meld together and ensure a perfect slice every time.
This EZ Baked Frito Pie is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. With its simple preparation and delicious flavors, it’s sure to become a regular fixture on your dinner menu. Enjoy! 🍽️🌟