Description
This Crock Pot Frito Pie is a delicious twist on traditional chili, combining flavorful ground beef, beans, and spices, topped with crunchy corn chips and melted cheese. It’s an easy and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Main Chili:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can chili beans in sauce (undrained)
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Additional:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (9.25 oz) corn chips (like Fritos)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, green onions, jalapeños, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until browned, about 7–8 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Prepare Chili: Transfer beef mixture to slow cooker. Add beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, spices. Cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours.
- Serve: Spoon chili over a bed of Fritos, top with cheese, and add desired toppings.
Notes
- You can stir some cheese into the chili for a creamier texture.
- Ground turkey or meatless crumbles can be used as beef substitutes.
