Dorito Chicken and Cheese Casserole
Dorito Chicken and Cheese Casserole
This Dorito Chicken and Cheese Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! A creamy, cheesy, and crunchy dish loaded with shredded chicken, a rich cheesy sauce, and topped with crispy Doritos for an irresistible bite. It’s easy, quick, and perfect for a weeknight meal or potluck!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Super Easy – Uses pantry staples and comes together in minutes.
✔ Cheesy & Creamy – Packed with layers of gooey, melty cheese.
✔ Crispy Doritos Topping – Adds the perfect crunch!
✔ Crowd-Pleasing – A family favorite that everyone will devour.
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great!)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, drained diced tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder.
- Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese, mixing until well combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
- Spread half of the crushed Doritos evenly at the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Spoon the chicken mixture over the Doritos layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese over the chicken mixture.
- Top with the remaining crushed Doritos for extra crunch.
Step 4: Bake & Serve
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Tips for the Best Dorito Chicken Casserole
✔ Use Rotisserie Chicken – It’s a huge time saver!
✔ Spice It Up – Add chopped jalapeños or extra chili powder for heat.
✔ Swap the Cheese – Use pepper jack or a Mexican blend for variety.
✔ Make It Creamier – Stir in a little cream cheese for an extra rich texture.
Final Thoughts
This Dorito Chicken and Cheese Casserole is an easy, family-friendly dish that brings cheesy goodness and crispy Doritos together in one bite! It’s a fun, flavorful, and comforting meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy!
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Dorito Chicken and Cheese Casserole
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great!)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, drained diced tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder.
- Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese, mixing until well combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
- Spread half of the crushed Doritos evenly at the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Spoon the chicken mixture over the Doritos layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese over the chicken mixture.
- Top with the remaining crushed Doritos for extra crunch.
Step 4: Bake & Serve
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Notes
Tips for the Best Dorito Chicken Casserole
✔ Use Rotisserie Chicken – It’s a huge time saver!
✔ Spice It Up – Add chopped jalapeños or extra chili powder for heat.
✔ Swap the Cheese – Use pepper jack or a Mexican blend for variety.
✔ Make It Creamier – Stir in a little cream cheese for an extra rich texture.
