Cheesy Chicken Frito Bake
Indulge in a comfort food classic with this irresistible Cheesy Chicken Frito Bake, the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy flavors. Featuring tender shredded chicken baked in a rich blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and zesty diced green chiles, this casserole is layered with crispy Fritos corn chips and gooey cheddar cheese for a dish that's bursting with bold Tex-Mex-inspired flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dinner is easy to whip up and serves six, making it ideal for family meals or potlucks. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and extra zest, and watch as this hearty, oven-baked favorite quickly becomes a household staple.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups (divided) Fritos corn chips
- 2 cups (shredded) Cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 can (4 oz) Diced green chiles
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup (sliced, optional for garnish) Green onions
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, diced green chiles, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Step 3
Spread 2 cups of Fritos evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a base layer.
Step 4
Pour the chicken mixture over the Fritos, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Step 5
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture.
Step 6
Top the cheese with the remaining 2 cups of Fritos, spreading them evenly over the surface.
Step 7
Sprinkle the final cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the Fritos layer.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling, and the edges are golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Garnish with sliced green onions if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1667.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3538.9 |
| Total Fat 203.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 31.2g | |
| Cholesterol 757.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6725.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 178.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.9g | |
| Protein 243.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 73.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1808.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1537.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories