Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole

Here’s a simple and flavorful Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole recipe — perfect for an easy family dinner or potluck favorite!

Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole

🕒 Prep Time: 15 mins

🕒 Cook Time: 30 mins

🍽️ Servings: 6–8

Ingredients:

• 1 (10 oz) bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed (reserve some for topping)

• 2–3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great)

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)

• 1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained

• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend), divided

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional toppings: green onions, jalapeños, chopped tomatoes

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. In a large bowl, mix:

   • Shredded chicken

   • Cream of chicken soup

   • Sour cream

   • Mayonnaise (if using)

   • Rotel

   • 1 cup of shredded cheese

   • Garlic powder, onion powder, salt & pepper

3. Layer the casserole:

   • Spread half of the crushed Doritos on the bottom of the dish.

   • Spoon the chicken mixture evenly over the Doritos.

   • Top with remaining Doritos (reserve a little for garnish).

   • Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese.

4. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.

5. Garnish with green onions or your choice of toppings before serving.

Tips & Variations:

• Add veggies like corn or black beans for more flavor and texture.

• Want it spicy? Use spicy Doritos or add diced jalapeños to the mix.

• Can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.