BBQ Side-Fritos Chili Cheese Salad: 5 Amazing Irresistibly Bites
A hearty and flavorful BBQ Side-Fritos Chili Cheese Salad with layers of crunchy corn chips, warm chili, melted cheese, and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
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2 cups prepared beef chili
3 cups Fritos corn chips
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 cup jalapeños (optional)
1/4 cup cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat chili over medium heat until warm.
- Mix sour cream, barbecue sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
- Layer Fritos in a serving dish.
- Spoon warm chili over the chips.
- Sprinkle cheese evenly on top.
- Add lettuce, tomatoes, and onion.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad.
- Top with jalapeños and cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Assemble just before serving to keep chips crisp. Adjust spice level with jalapeños or hot sauce.