Frito Taco Casserole

By Pattywak

Frito Taco casserole is almost as classic as a frito pie. They great taste of chili, beef and a crunch of fritos it always a easy recipe to make!

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds ground beef
• 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
• 1 (4 ounce) can mild green chiles, diced
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated, or Mexican cheese blend
• 2 cups Fritos, or corn chips of your choice, divided
• 1 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from 12tomatoes.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown beef until cooked through and no longer pink. Drain fat, reserving 1 tablespoon, and saute onions until softened and translucent. 6 to 8 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper and add taco seasoning. Return beef to pan, then add salsa, chiles and water.

Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in rice, cheddar cheese, and refried beans, and transfer mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish.

Top with 1 cup Fritos and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until cheese is melted and dish is warmed through.

Remove from oven, top with remaining Fritos and serve hot.