Doritos chicken casserole is a delightful twist to the classic food. It combines the tender chunks of chicken, creamy cheese sauce, and crunchy Doritos, creating a mouthwatering explosion of flavors and textures. Each bite will tickle your taste buds with perfect harmony. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for your parties, this recipe for Doritos chicken casserole will be a deliciously satisfying meal. It is easy to make and irresistible.
Ingredients To Make Doritos Chicken Casserole
- Nacho cheese Doritos
- Cooked chicken
- Black beans
- Whole corn kernels
- Mexican blend cheese
- Tomatoes
- Green chiles
- Condensed cream of chicken soup
- Sour cream
- Taco seasoning
- Cilantro
Ingredient Notes and Variations
Nacho cheese Doritos: They provide a signature crunch and bold flavors to the casserole. For a twist, you can experiment with other Doritos flavors like spicy nacho or cool ranch.
Black beans: These beans are rich in fiber and protein. They give a hearty texture to the casseroles and make them more nutritious. You can use kidney beans or pinto beans as a substitute.
Mexican blend cheese: It brings a melty, gooey richness to the dish. You can use cheddar, Monterey Jack, or more for a different flavor profile.
Condensed cream of chicken soup: This creamy soup serves as a creamy base for the casserole. It not only adds richness but also helps to bind the ingredients. You can use condensed cheddar cheese soup or cream of chicken as an alternative.
Sour cream: It adds tang and creaminess to the casserole. Greek yogurt is the best substitute for a lighter option.
How To Make Doritos Chicken Casserole
1: Prepare the casserole mixture
- Preheat the oven before making the casserole mixture to 350°F (177°C).
- Mix the chicken with cheese, pepper, chili, sour cream, tomatoes, corn, beans, and soup.
- Add the seasoning and mix them with a spoon.
2: Bake the casserole
Crush the Doritos and spread them in the baking tray at the bottom.
Spread the chicken mixture over the Doritos in the tray. Bake it for at least 20 minutes.
Take the baking tray from the oven after 20 minutes and spread the cheese and remaining Doritos over the baked chicken mixture. Bake for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.
Sprinkle fresh parsley or cilantro and serve.
Doritos Chicken Casserole
Doritos chicken casserole is a delightful twist to the classic food. It combines the tender chunks of chicken, creamy cheese sauce, and crunchy Doritos, creating a mouthwatering explosion of flavors and textures.
- 1 package (14.5 oz) nacho cheese Doritos chips (lightly crushed)
- 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 13.25 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (13.25) oz. whole corn kernels, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/2 cups Mexican blend cheese (grated, divided)
- 1 can (10 oz.) diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 can (4 oz.) diced green chiles
- 1 can (10.75 oz.) condensed cream chicken soup
- 1 container (8 oz.) sour cream
- 1 tablespoons taco seasoning
- cilantro ( for garnish)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Mix chicken and all the ingredients.
- Add seasoning and mix well.
- Spread the crushed Doritos in the baking tray.
- After 20 minutes, spread the cheese and Doritos and bake until the cheese melts.
- It will take 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle fresh cilantro and serve.