Classic Frito Pie
A quick and comforting dish combining crunchy corn chips, chili, and melted cheese, perfect for satisfying any crowd.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 bag Fritos corn chips classic scoop shape or regular
- 2 cups Chili homemade or canned (with or without beans)
- 1 cup Shredded cheese cheddar or a cheese blend
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup Diced onion optional but recommended
- 1/2 cup Jalapenos fresh or pickled
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- to taste Hot sauce
- optional Chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado as additional toppings
Instructions
Preparation
- Warm your chili in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While the chili heats, set out your toppings like shredded cheese, diced onions, sour cream, and jalapenos.
- Grab bowls and add a big handful of Fritos to each one.
- Spoon hot chili over the chips.
- Top immediately with shredded cheese so it melts quickly.
- Finish with your preferred toppings and serve right away.
Notes
To keep chips crunchy, do not assemble too early. Store chips and chili separately until serving. For extra cheesy flavor, consider broiling briefly. If there's excess chili, it can be repurposed as a chili casserole with fresh chips on top.