Description

Dorito chicken casserole is a cheesy, creamy, and crunchy comfort food made with layers of shredded chicken, creamy sauce, melty cheese, and crushed Doritos. It’s a family-friendly dinner that’s quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

4 cups cooked, shredded chicken
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained
1/2 cup sour cream
1 packet taco seasoning
2 cups crushed nacho cheese Doritos (divided)
2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, 1 1/2 cups cheese, cream of chicken soup, Rotel, sour cream, and taco seasoning. Mix until well blended.
Spread half of the crushed Doritos on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Spoon the chicken mixture evenly over the Doritos layer.
Top with the remaining crushed Doritos and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
Remove from oven and garnish with green onions before serving, if desired.

Notes

Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.Swap cheddar with a Mexican blend or pepper jack for more flavor.Add black beans or corn to the filling for extra texture.Top with fresh cilantro, jalapeños, or diced tomatoes before serving.For a spicier version, use spicy Doritos or add hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 920mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 75mg