Shredded cheese, black beans, ground beef, and enchilada sauce give this Frito pie casserole its signature flavor. This easy to make casserole is sure to please the whole family. It’s great for potlucks and makes delicious leftovers too!
Substitutions + Tips for this Frito Pie Recipe
Get creative with your Frito pie casserole! Try any of these substitutions, variations, add-ins, and toppings for tons of fun:
Substitutions
Replace ground beef with ground chicken, turkey, or pork if desired.
Make it vegetarian by replacing the ground beef with meatless crumbles.
Use your favorite beans (like pinto, kidney, or chili beans) instead of black beans.
Use queso crumbles or queso cheese sauce instead of shredded cheese.
Don’t have any Frito chips on hand? Use tortilla chips instead!
Variations
Make traditional Frito chili pie by replacing the beans, ground beef, and enchilada sauce with 3 cans of your favorite chili.
Make a Southwest version of Frito pie casserole by adding 1 cup of corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained) and 1 cup of diced tomatoes and ½ cup diced chilies.
Want it extra spicy? Add 2-3 tablespoons of chopped pickled jalapenos for some added heat and tang.
Fun Toppings
Green onions, sliced
Sour cream
Guacamole
Salsa
Jalapenos
Black olives
Hot sauce or salsa verde
Any of your favorite taco toppings!
FAQs for this Frito Pie Casserole
Have a question about this Frito pie recipe? Check out the most commonly asked questions below:
Any tips if I plan to use this for leftovers?
If you know you’ll be eating some of this Frito pie as leftovers, reserve some corn chips to add after you reheat it. That way, you still get that yummy crunch!
Can you double this recipe?
Sure! It’s a great recipe to double or triple when cooking for a crowd. Just remember, if you plan on reheating it, save some of the corn chips back, so they don’t get mushy.
Can I make this Frito pie casserole ahead of time?
Definitely! Assemble everything but the corn chips, cover, and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Set on the counter for 30 minutes before cooking, then add your chips and bake as directed.
How do I store leftovers? Can I freeze this Frito pie recipe?
Cover leftovers and store in the fridge for 3-5 days (you might want to add more chips after reheating for that extra crunch).
To freeze, assemble everything but the chips, cover tightly and freeze for up to one month. Set on the counter for 30 minutes before cooking, then add your chips and bake as directed.
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