Frito Meatballs

Get ready to elevate your comfort food game with these irresistible Frito Meatballs! Bursting with bold flavors, this recipe combines juicy ground beef, crushed Frito chips, and melty cheddar cheese for a unique twist on classic meatballs. Seasoned with smoky chili powder, garlic, and onion, every bite packs a punch of savory goodness. These golden-brown meatballs are first pan-seared for a crispy exterior, then baked to tender perfection in the oven. Whether served with a tangy dipping sauce, atop fluffy mashed potatoes, or paired with your favorite sides, Frito Meatballs are the ultimate crowd-pleasing dish that’s quick and easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or casual entertaining, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1.5 cups Frito chips
• 1 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, lightly crush the Frito chips until they form a coarse breadcrumb texture. You can use a food processor or place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.

Step 3

Add the ground beef, crushed Fritos, egg, milk, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

Step 4

Mix the ingredients together with your hands until combined, but don’t overmix to avoid tough meatballs.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs (about the size of a walnut) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the meatballs in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the seared meatballs back to the baking sheet.

Step 7

Once all meatballs are seared, bake them in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Frito Meatballs with your favorite dipping sauce or over a bed of rice or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	778.2 grams (778.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2526

Total Fat 187.80g	241%
Saturated Fat 55.90g	280%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 534mg	178%
Sodium 3093mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 104.30g	38%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 0.30g
Protein 107.20g	214%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 443mg	34%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 1621mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.6%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 16.4%