Frito Pie (Best Recipe)

This Frito pie recipe is stacked with delicious flavors. It has taco-seasoned ground beef and a blend of Tex Mex veggies layered with melted cheese and crispy Fritos corn chips. Every bite is just so good, and you won't find another casserole like this one!

The Best Frito Pie

This Frito pie is easily the best Frito taco casserole recipe out there. I mean, it combines everything you love about a walking taco with crunchy Fritos corn chips in one comforting casserole.

The filling is stuffed with perfectly cooked ground beef simmered in taco seasoning along with tomato sauce, kidney beans, and corn. That's layered on a bed of Frito corn chips, then topped with more Fritos and a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese.

This hearty, comforting Frito pie casserole is seriously addictive, and it honestly might be the best taco casserole recipe you'll find!

Plus, since making this Frito taco pie recipe is so quick and easy, it's the perfect recipe to serve up for busy weeknights or if you're hosting and need a crowd-pleaser. It's great alone, or it can be served with some tortilla chips and this Moe's queso for a Mexican feast.

Why This Recipe Works

It's easy to make. All you have to do is cook the ground beef, mix it with the rest of the ingredients, then layer everything in your casserole dish and bake. It's that simple!

The flavor is amazing. This Fritos taco casserole is filled with flavor, from the juicy ground beef to the seasoning blend, crunchy corn chips, and melty cheese. After one bite, you'll be hooked!

It's customizable. Just like this beef tamale casserole, you can feel free to customize this recipe to make it uniquely yours. I'll even give you some of my favorite suggestions!

Always a crowd favorite. Every time I make this Frito taco casserole, it's a hit with everyone. I'm constantly getting compliments when I serve it to guests, so I know it'll be a hit when you serve it too!

Ingredients

This easy Frito pie recipe is made with quite a few ingredients, but they're all really basic.

Check out everything you'll need to make Frito pie:

• 1lb. ground beef
• 1 package taco seasoning + water as indicated on the package
• 2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 10oz. chunky salsa
• 2oz. pickled jalapenos
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 15oz. can kidney beans, rinsed, drained
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 5 cups Fritos, divided
• 2 cups cheddar cheese
• Sliced jalapenos and tomatoes, to serve with

If you're looking for more easy taco casserole recipes, definitely check out this Doritos casserole or this Tex Mex casserole next.

How To Make Frito Pie

1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.

2. Cook the ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef to it. Brown the beef, breaking it apart until it's no longer pink. Drain the excess fat from the skillet.

3. Add seasoning: To the skillet, stir in onion powder, taco seasoning, water, salsa, and tomato sauce. Bring the meat mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

4. Add beans and veggies: Stir in the pickled jalapeños, kidney beans, and corn. Let everything simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

5. Assemble the casserole: Add 4 cups of the Fritos corn chips to the bottom of the greased casserole dish. Top the corn chips with half of the shredded cheese and all of the ground beef mixture. Add the remaining cheese on top of the casserole.

6. Bake and serve: Bake the casserole for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Top the Frito taco pie with the remaining Frito chips and serve warm with sour cream. Enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Swap the ground beef for ground turkey, ground chicken, or lean ground beef for a leaner casserole dish.
• Feel free to use whatever beans you prefer, like pinto beans, refried beans, or a combination of different types of beans.
• Use enchilada sauce instead of tomato sauce to make a spicier casserole dish.
• Serve the Frito taco casserole pie with diced tomatoes, sour cream, green onions, and shredded lettuce for the ultimate taco dinner.

How To Store Frito Pie

In the refrigerator: Transfer the leftover Frito pie to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for about 3-4 days. If you're planning on having leftovers, hold off on topping the casserole with Frito corn chips until right before you're ready to serve again.

In the freezer: Allow the leftovers to cool completely, then transfer them to a freezer-safe container and freeze them for up to 3 months.

Reheating: Put your leftover Frito chili pie in a casserole dish - or baking dish - and warm in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes. Top with more Fritos and any of your favorite taco toppings before serving.

Frito Pie Recipe FAQS

What exactly is a Frito Pie?

A Frito pie is a casserole-like dish that has seasoned ground beef and other taco filling ingredients. They are layered on top of Fritos with more Fritos on top, along with melted shredded cheese. It's baked in a casserole dish or round baking dish to give it a "pie" form.

What are the ingredients for Frito pie?

A Frito pie is made with taco seasoned ground beef cooked in a tomato sauce, with black beans, corn, jalapenos, tons of shredded cheese, and of course, Fritos!

What is the difference between a taco in a bag and a Frito pie?

A taco in a bag has all of the filling ingredients combined in a bag of Fritos. A Frito pie layers all of the ingredients with the corn chips in a casserole and bakes it in the oven.

Can I make this Frito pie recipe ahead of time?

Yes. To make it ahead of time, you'll want to prepare the filling and store it in an airtight container in the fridge. When you're ready to enjoy the casserole, you can assemble it and bake it as directed. 

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