Description
This hearty Chili Cheese Casserole combines crunchy Fritos, savory chili, sharp cheddar cheese, and creamy sour cream to create a comforting slow cooker dish that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9.25 oz. bag Fritos
- 30 oz. Nalley Original Chili (or any preferred chili)
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 16 oz. sour cream
- 1/2 cup diced white onion
Instructions
- Spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Sprinkle 1.5 cups of Fritos evenly over the bottom of the slow cooker as the crunchy foundation of the casserole.
- Spoon the 30 oz. of chili evenly over the Fritos layer, spreading it out with a spatula to cover the base well.
- Sprinkle half of the diced white onions followed by half of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the chili layer for added flavor and texture.
- Spread all 16 oz. of sour cream evenly over the layered ingredients, creating a creamy middle layer that balances the spices.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and diced onions over the sour cream for a cheesy and flavorful topping.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook the casserole on high heat for 2 hours, allowing all flavors to meld and the cheese to melt perfectly.
- Once cooked, serve the casserole hot with the remaining Fritos sprinkled on top for a crunchy garnish. Enjoy your comforting chili cheese casserole!
Notes
- This dish is great for potlucks or family gatherings. <liFeel free to add more spices for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg