This Frito Pie is the ultimate comfort food that’s fast, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
If you’re looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that brings bold flavors with minimal effort, this Frito Pie recipe is exactly what you need. Packed with seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and that irresistible crunch from Fritos, it’s a perfect comfort dish for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings.
Why You’ll Love This Frito Pie
Frito Pie is all about layers of flavors and textures. The crunchy base of Fritos is topped with a savory beef mixture, loaded with taco seasoning, beans, and corn. A generous sprinkling of cheese ties it all together, making every bite a cheesy, crunchy delight! Plus, it’s super versatile – you can easily customize it with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or diced jalapeños.
Ingredients
This recipe serves 6 and is super easy to throw together with ingredients you likely already have in your pantry:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 (1-ounce) packages taco seasoning
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup canned corn, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups Fritos Corn Chips, divided
- Optional toppings: diced green onion, sliced olives, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced tomato, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, extra shredded cheese, etc.
How to Make Frito Pie
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, and black beans to the skillet. Simmer for another 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Sprinkle half of the Fritos in the bottom of the prepared dish. Spoon the beef mixture on top, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with the remaining Fritos and any additional toppings you like. Enjoy immediately!
Customization Tips
This Frito Pie is fantastic as is, but feel free to get creative with toppings! A few ideas include:
- Sour Cream & Salsa: For a tangy kick.
- Guacamole: Add some creaminess to balance out the spice.
- Jalapeños: Spice things up with a bit of heat.
- Fresh Cilantro & Green Onions: Perfect for a pop of freshness.
Why This Recipe Works
Frito Pie is not only easy to make, but it also delivers on flavor and texture. The combination of crunchy chips, melted cheese, and savory beef makes it a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or serving up something fun for game day, Frito Pie is a go-to recipe you’ll want to keep in your rotation.
FAQs About Frito Pie
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! You can assemble the beef mixture and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. When you’re ready to bake, just add the Fritos and cheese, then pop it in the oven.
What can I serve with Frito Pie?
Serve it alongside a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a balanced meal. You can also serve it with chips and salsa for a fun appetizer.
Can I freeze Frito Pie?
Frito Pie is best served fresh, as the chips can get soggy when frozen. However, you can freeze the beef mixture in an airtight container for up to 3 months, then assemble with fresh Fritos when you’re ready to bake.
Looking for more easy family dinners? Check out my One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Skillet or Asian Meatball Sandwiches for more delicious ideas!
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Frito Pie
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 1oz packages taco seasoning
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 cup corn, canned, drained
- 1 15 ze can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Fritos Corn Chips, divided
- Optional toppings: diced green onion, sliced olives, sliced jalapenos, chopped cilantro, diced tomato, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add ground beef to a large skillet and cook until meat is browned.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn and black beans. Let it simmer for 5 minutes then remove from heat and set aside.
- Sprinkle half the Fritos in the bottom of the prepared dish, then spoon ground beef mixture on top, and then sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Remove the dish from the oven and top with remaining Fritos and all other desired toppings.
