Frito Pie Skillet

Frito Pie Skillet

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Tex-mex · 35 min · Beef · gluten-free

532 cal 26g protein 44g carbs 28g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 6 servings
  • 1/2 lb Ground beef (85/15)
  • 1 3/4 cups Corn chips (Fritos)
  • 1 can (15 oz), rinsed Canned pinto beans
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Canned diced tomatoes
  • 1, diced Yellow onion
  • 3/4 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1/4 tbsp Olive oil

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Preheat the oven to 375F. Heat oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high and saute the onion 3 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef and brown, breaking it up, about 7 minutes, then drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the chili powder and cumin, then add the pinto beans and diced tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Top the chili with the corn chips and scatter the cheese over them.
  5. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 8 minutes.
  6. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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