Description
This Doritos Chicken Casserole is a fun and flavorful dinner that combines creamy, cheesy chicken with crunchy Doritos for the perfect comfort food. It’s a quick and easy weeknight meal that everyone will love. The creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crispy chips come together in one hearty casserole that’s sure to satisfy!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 2 chicken breasts)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.5 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies), drained
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional for a little heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups Doritos (crushed, about half a bag)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions or cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
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- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a bit of butter.
- Prepare the chicken mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, Rotel, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder (if using), and salt and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Layer the casserole: Spread a layer of crushed Doritos evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the chicken mixture, spreading it out evenly. Repeat with another layer of crushed Doritos, followed by the remaining chicken mixture.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake the casserole: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro, if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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- For added flavor, you can add sliced black olives, jalapeños, or bell peppers to the chicken mixture.
- You can use rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep time, or swap the cream of chicken soup for a cream of mushroom soup if preferred.
- If you want to make this dish spicier, you can add a bit of hot sauce or use spicy Doritos.
- Make it a complete meal by serving it with a side of salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg