This Chili Cheese Frito Casserole is super easy to make and makes a hearty, delicious meal perfect for any weeknight or potluck dinner.
I made this chili cheese frito casserole last night, I had no idea what we have been missing! This is really pretty quick to whip up, and makes for a nice hearty meal!
Adam is a huge fan of frito chili cheese pies, so I thought this could be a recipe he would enjoy a lot. It doesn’t taste fully like a classic frito chili pie/walking taco. I didn’t want to give anyone the impression this is going to taste exactly like it. But it is similar on flavor and equally good.
Adam had gotten off a little early yesterday so he was spending time with Clay and letting me get a few things done around the house and get supper around. I was taking pictures of supper for this post and Adam and Clay wanted to get in on the action and get a picture together! It turned out so good, you can truly see the love between these two!
I had told Adam this meal is easy enough that he might be able to cook it! Haha, he doesn’t really cook at all except for the grill, so finding meals that are simple are right up his alley!
As you can see it is packed full of meat, beans, tomatoes, cheese and more. I love the layer of sour cream on top, it adds a really nice flavor to the mix! Plus it has two layers of chips, and you can always add more chips for the crunch you desire.
You can split this up and freeze half of the meat mixture to make for two different meals, but Adam loves his meat so we made it one jam packed hearty casserole!
Chili Cheese Frito Casserole Recipe
Chili Cheese Frito Casserole
This yummy recipe is packed full of meat, beans, tomatoes, cheese, and more. It's super easy to cook and makes a hearty, delicious meal perfect for any weeknight or potluck dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb hamburger
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can of chili beans
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 bag of frito chips
- 1/2 packet of taco seasoning
- diced onions (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven 350 degrees.
- Spray a 9x9 baking dish with cooking spray.
- Brown the ground beef. Add in tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chili beans and 1/2 a packet of taco seasoning.
- In the bottom of the pan, add a thin layer of Frito chips. Cover with meat mixture and then spread 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheese on top of the meat mixture.
- Bake in the oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove from oven, spread the sour cream on top of the mixture, then top with more chips and the rest of the shredded cheese.
- Bake an additional 10 minutes to let the cheese get melted and browned a little.
- Serve and enjoy! Feel free to top with onions if you would like for your tasting.
Notes
You do not need to use the whole bag of chips, just add a good layer for top and bottom to your liking.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 484Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 1098mgCarbohydrates: 29gFiber: 3gSugar: 6gProtein: 23g
What is your favorite casserole recipe?
For another Frito-filled dinner option, try this Chili Cheese Frito Skillet Dinner recipe from Thrifty Jinxy!
Brett Beyer says
Wow, what a great idea! There’s only one person in my house that likes Frito’s, so we buy a bag and have to figure out how to include it in different recipes.
Kelsey says
Oh wow, well hope this is a fun recipe to try possibly!
Ellen Christian says
My husband used to eat this all the time growing up. It was one of his favorites.
Crystal says
This reminds me so much of my childhood! I wonder which meals my children will feel nostalgic towards. Hopefully not the drive-thru. Time to make some memories in the kitchen.
Kelsey says
Hahaha your too funny Crystal! I am excited to hear what our little guy thinks of when he gets older too!
Sue Hull says
My mom makes this and she even brings some over to me because she knows how much I like it. Yummy!
Kelsey says
Aw that is so nice of her, it is really tasty! Happy Saturday!
Lisa Collins says
This is very similar to a family recipe of ours! Swap the Fritos for Doritos and add in some mac and cheese!
Kelsey says
Oh now that sounds like a delicious combo!
Nella Featherston says
I made this for dinner tonight. It was a hit with everyone.
George says
Do you have any thoughts about me using left over chile con queso dip in place of the cheese?
Thank!
Kelsey says
I think it sounds yummy! Let us know how it turns out!