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Frito Cheesy Chili Casserole

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๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Enjoy a flavorful blend of cheesy and spicy with this hearty Chili Frito Casserole that’s perfect for family meals.
๐Ÿง€ This recipe offers a satisfying comfort food experience with layers of crunchy corn chips, savory chili, and melted cheese.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground beef

– 1 small chopped onion

– 4 ounces chopped green chiles (from 1 can)

– 4 ounces sliced black olives (from 1 can)

– 16 ounces chili (from 1 can)

– 16 ounces chili beans (from 1 can)

– 15 ounces corn, drained (from 1 can)

– 1 cup salsa

– 1 tablespoon taco seasoning

– 10.5 ounces corn chips (from 1 bag)

– 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)

Instructions

1-Cook 1 pound ground beef and 1 small chopped onion in a large skillet until the beef is browned and the onions are transparent. Drain excess grease if needed to keep the dish from becoming too oily.

2-Stir in 4 ounces chopped green chiles, 4 ounces sliced black olives, 16 ounces chili, 16 ounces chili beans, 15 ounces corn (drained), 1 cup salsa, and 1 tablespoon taco seasoning; simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring often to blend the flavors.

3-Crush the 10.5 ounces corn chips and spread half evenly in a 9ร—13-inch deep baking dish for the base layer.

4-Add the beef mixture on top of the crushed corn chips to build the hearty middle.

5-Top with the remaining crushed corn chips for that extra crunch.

6-Bake for 25 minutes until everything is heated through.

7-Add 2 cups shredded cheese on top and bake for another 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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Notes

๐Ÿณ Use lean ground beef and drain grease for a less greasy casserole.
๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Adjust heat by adding diced tomatoes with green chiles, pepper jack cheese, or hot sauce.
โ„๏ธ Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours or freeze without the top crunch layers for up to 3 months.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 1144 kcal
  • Sugar: 35 g
  • Sodium: 1228 mg
  • Fat: 45 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 164 g
  • Fiber: 20 g
  • Protein: 46 g
  • Cholesterol: 82 mg