Description

Cheesy, creamy, crunchy, and downright addictive—this Doritos Casserole with Chicken is comfort food at its most fun. Crushed nacho cheese Doritos are layered with seasoned shredded chicken, a creamy, cheesy sauce, and even more melted cheese. It’s a kid-friendly, crowd-pleasing, weeknight winner you’ll find yourself making again and again.

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Ingredients

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1 (10 oz) bag nacho cheese Doritos, lightly crushed
3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained
1 cup sour cream
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp taco seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
Optional toppings: chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, jalapeños, chopped cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Make the Chicken Filling

In a large bowl, mix together shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, Rotel, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese until evenly combined.

Step 3: Layer the Casserole

Spread a layer of crushed Doritos (about 1/3 of the bag) on the bottom of the prepared dish.
Add half of the chicken mixture and spread evenly.
Add another 1/3 of the Doritos and the remaining chicken mixture.
Top with the remaining crushed Doritos and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.

Step 4: Bake

Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 10–15 minutes, until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with your favorite toppings like green onions, tomatoes, olives, or jalapeños.
Serve hot with a side salad, rice, or extra chips for scooping.

Notes

Use Rotisserie Chicken – Saves time and adds flavor.
Drain the Rotel – Keeps the casserole from getting watery.
Crush Doritos Lightly – You want texture, not dust.
Customize the Spice – Use hot Rotel or spicy taco seasoning for more heat.
Add Veggies – Corn, black beans, or sautéed peppers work great.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cuisine: American Tex-Mex