Doritos Casserole
Craving a cheesy, crunchy casserole that’s irresistible? This Doritos Casserole is loaded with chicken, a creamy sauce, and layers of crunchy Nacho Cheese Doritos. It’s a family favorite that’s perfect for busy weeknights!
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This casserole has all the favorite flavors of Tex-Mex packed into one dish. The creamy chicken base and taco-seasoned chicken pair perfectly with the cheesy goodness and crispy Dorito chips.
It’s also a great way to use leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy meal. Just bake it up, serve with your favorite taco toppings, and watch it disappear!
What you’ll love about this Doritos Recipe Casserole:
- Easy Dinner Recipe: Simple ingredients make this perfect for busy nights.
- Whole Family Favorite: This delicious casserole is a hit with family members of all ages!
- Crunchy Texture: The bag of Doritos adds a delicious crunch that takes this dish over the top!
Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this amazing Doritos Chicken Casserole:
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Avocado oil
- Bag of Doritos, crushed
- Cream of chicken soup
- Sour cream
- Milk
- Can of Rotel tomatoes with green chiles
- Colby Jack cheese or cheddar cheese
- Taco seasoning
INGREDIENT NOTES:
- Doritos Chips: Use Cool Ranch Doritos or your favorite chips for a twist on this cheesy Dorito chicken casserole.
- Rotel Tomatoes with Green Chiles: Adds a spicy kick and great Tex-Mex flavor.
- Colby Jack Cheese: Melts beautifully to create a creamy, cheesy top.
HOW TO MAKE DORITOS CASSEROLE STEP-BY-STEP:
*Check out the quick visual guides below. For full instructions and ingredients, see the printable recipe card at the end.
Step1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a casserole dish with cooking spray.
Step 2: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Add chicken to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, drained can of Rotel tomatoes with green chiles, and taco seasoning. Mix well.
Step 5: Spread 2 cups of crushed Dorito chips across the bottom of the baking dish, then top with half of the chicken mixture.
Step 6: Add another layer of Doritos, then the remaining chicken mixture.
Step 7: Sprinkle the remaining Colby Jack cheese evenly on top.
Step 8: Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes until bubbly, with a crunchy texture and melted cheese.
Step 9: Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Pro Tip:
For an even crispier topping, add the remaining Doritos after baking instead of before for the best crunch!
Storage and Reheating
Storage: Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for 3-4 days.
To Reheat: Warm in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes, or microwave in 30-second increments.
To Freeze: Assemble the chicken casserole without adding the layer of Doritos, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Add the chips before baking for a crunchy texture.
Additions & Substitutions
ADDITIONS:
- Mix in cream cheese for a richer, creamier texture.
- Add favorite taco toppings like diced avocado, jalapeños, or chopped cilantro.
Substitutions:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: Swap for rotisserie chicken meat or ground turkey for a quicker meal.
- Doritos Chips: Use tortilla chips if you want a milder flavor.
- Colby Jack Cheese: Try Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend for a different flavor combination
FAQs about this Recipe for Doritos Chicken Casserole:
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble the casserole, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Add extra crushed Doritos on top before baking for best texture.
Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Yes! Cook on low for 4-5 hours until heated through. For crunch Doritos, add them right before serving.
Can I use an Instant Pot?
For a quicker version, cook the chicken in an Instant Pot with the sauce mixture on high pressure for 10 minutes, then layer it in a casserole dish and bake with Doritos.
What Can I Serve with this Doritos Casserole with Chicken?
This chicken casserole goes great with a cool and fresh side to balance the cheesy richness. Serve with our Cucumber Tomato and Feta Salad, Black Bean and Corn Salsa Dip , or Hidden Valley Ranch Dip with raw veggies.
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Doritos Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 bag (9.75 ounces ) Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed, (about 3 cups total)
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1/2 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. 1 tablespoon avocado oil, 2 large chicken breasts, salt & pepper, to taste.
- Add chicken to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, drained Rotel tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Mix well. 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies,, 1/2 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning.
- Place about 2 cups of the crushed Doritos in the baking dish, then top it with half of the chicken mixture.
- Add another layer of crushed Doritos (about 1 cup), then the remaining chicken mixture. Top with Colby Jack cheese. 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 5-10 minutes until bubbly and the cheese is melted.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pro Tip:
For an even crispier topping, add the remaining Doritos after baking instead of before for the best crunch!Nutrition
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Your recipe looks like a real crowd pleaser, we will love it! Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday today. Have a great day and come back soon!
Miz Helen