Easy Doritos Chicken Casserole Recipe
Doritos Chicken Casserole is a super easy and comforting casserole recipe that the whole family will love. Packed with the perfect combination of cheesy goodness and crispy Doritos chips, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner to a casual get-together.
Right off the bat, I’m sure you can tell that this is not the healthiest of recipes. Yet I do believe in moderation, and having fun with meals.
I’m also a Mom that strives to get her kids interested in cooking and creating in the kitchen. What better than making a dinner that centres around everyones favorite chips. Much like our crown-pleasing Taco Salad.
If you have kids that turn up their noses at the mere mention of the word ‘casserole’, this easy recipe will very quickly change their mind.
Some Easy Dortios Chicken Casserole recipes have a lot of ingredient layering in the steps. This recipe is a mix and dump casserole, making it even easier.
We all appreciate the beauty of one-dish ‘mix and bake’ easy dinners, with no dinnertime fuss. This dorito chicken casserole recipe is just that.
This irresistible comfort food combines the bold flavors of crispy Doritos chips, tender chicken, creamy cheese, and an array of delightful spices.
So grab your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a cheesy and crunchy delight that will be sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Total Time: 45 Minutes
- Serves: 8
For those looking for more easy chicken casserole recipes, try our Broccoli Chicken Noodle Casserole or our Chicken Stuffing Bake!
Ingredients Required
As always, the full recipe for this easy dinner recipe is on the printable recipe card at the end of this post.
What Doritos Flavor Should I Use?
I love the original nacho cheese Doritos, but you can use other flavor os Dorito chips for this recipe. If you love spicy flavors, try Spicy Nacho Doritos. If you prefer a mild taste, try Cool Ranch Doritos.
How to Make Doritos Chicken Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl add the first 11 ingredients, all except the chips, stir until well combined.
- Spread mixture into a 9×13 inch dish or similar sized baking dish.
- Crush tortilla chips in bag, making 2 ½ to 3 cups of topping, sprinkle chips evenly over the top of the casserole. Cover dish with foil and place into the preheated oven.
- Bake casserole for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove casserole from oven, serve warm.
What To Serve with Dortios Casserole
This casserole recipe is great on it’s own as a complete meal. Don’t forget that it can be garnished with many toppings of your liking such as:
- Sour cream
- Diced green onion
- Sliced jalapeno, fresh or pickled
- Diced avocado
- Minced cilantro
- Diced tomatoes or salsa
If you do want a side dish for this cheesy dorito chicken casserole, I’d choose a simple tossed salad or green salad, vegetable, refried beans, or Mexican Rice for a complete meal.
Storage Tips
Storing Leftovers
Leftover casserole can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container (or covered with aluminum foil or plastic wrap) for up to 7 days.
Reheating
To reheat, place portion in an oven safe dish, cover, and warm at 300 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Microwave portion for 2-3 minutes, until bubbly and heated through.
Make Ahead Instructions
Casserole can be made in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. I personally would assemble all but the chips though, in case they get soggy.
When it’s time to cook, allow to sit at room temperature for an hour. Top with crushed chips and bake covered for 45 minutes then removed foil and bake for another 5 minutes. Serve.
More Casserole Recipes
Doritos Chicken Casserole
Spice up your weeknight meals with this Easy Doritos Chicken Casserole. It's the perfect combination of cheesy, savory, and crunchy! Comfort food with a twist, and sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1- 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 1- 10 ounce can diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 1- 11 ounce can Mexican style corn, drained
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 1- 9 ¼ ounce bag nacho cheese tortilla chips
- chopped green onion for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl add the first 11 ingredients, all except the chips, stir until well combined.
- Spread mixture into a 9x13 inch dish or similar sized baking dish.
- Crush tortilla chips in bag, making 2 ½ to 3 cups of topping, sprinkle chips evenly over casserole. Cover dish with foil.
- Bake casserole for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove casserole from oven, serve warm.
Notes
- To Make Ahead - Store assembled casserole, covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Allow to sit at room temperature for an hour. Bake covered for 45 minutes, removed foil, bake 5 minutes. Serve.
- Leftover casserole can be stored in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for up to 7 days.
- To reheat, place portion in an oven safe dish, cover, and warm at 300 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Microwave portion for 2-3 minutes, until bubbly and heated through.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 533Total Fat: 33gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 891mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gProtein: 24g
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