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Air Fryer Frito Pie

Air Fryer Frito Pie

5 from 2 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

This easy Air Fryer Frito Pie layers crunchy Fritos with seasoned ground beef or chili and melty cheese, all cooked to perfection in the air fryer. It’s a quick, comforting dish that’s perfect for game day or a fun weeknight dinner. Top with your favorite fixings like sour cream, jalapeños, or green onions for a fully loaded bite!

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 cup pinto or chili beans
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Frito Corn Chips

Garnishes: Sour Cream, Frito Chips, Olives, Scallions, Sour Cream, Jalapeno Peppers, Salsa, etc.

Instructions

  • Start by browning your meat, onion, and garlic in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook until the meat is no longer pink. Then drain, mix in the chili powder, salsa, and pinto beans.
  • Add about 1/4 cup of the filling to an oven-safe casserole dish, and set into the air fryer. Set the air fryer temperature to 330 degrees F, air fryer setting, and set cook time for 4-6 minutes, or until the casserole is warmed through. Add two tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese on top, and return to the air fryer. Set the temperature to 300 degrees F, air fryer setting, and cook for a couple of minutes until the cheese is melted.
  • Add two tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese on top, and return to the air fryer. Set the temperature to 300 degrees F, air fryer setting, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 447mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 354IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 3mg