Picture a living room packed with hungry fans, all hovering around the coffee table as the big game plays. Forget the usual bowls of chips and dip that end in broken tortillas and salsa stains—these Cheesy Beef Chili Scoops are the ultimate mess‑free solution.

Each sturdy corn chip acts as its own edible bowl, holding a hot, savory spoonful of thick beef chili under a blanket of melted cheddar. The edges crisp up beautifully in the oven, giving you that loud, satisfying crunch against the gooey cheese.

Set the casserole dish down and watch them vanish—these bite‑sized chili cups are perfectly portioned, easy to grab, and guaranteed to be the star of your next gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80–90% lean)
• 1 (15‑oz) can chili beans in mild chili sauce, undrained
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 (9–10‑oz) bag sturdy corn tortilla scoop chips (40–50 scoops)
• Optional: pinch of salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13‑inch casserole dish.
2. Brown Beef: Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned, 6–8 minutes. Drain grease.
3. Make Chili Filling: Stir in chili beans with sauce. Simmer 3–5 minutes until thick. Season if needed.
4. Arrange Scoops: Place tortilla chips upright in the dish to form cups.
5. Fill & Top: Spoon chili into each chip, then cover generously with cheddar.
6. Bake: 8–12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are crisp.
7. Serve: Cool 5 minutes, then serve warm straight from the dish.