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Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole
This Doritos cheesy chicken casserole bakes together in one dish with shredded chicken, crushed nacho cheese Doritos, and a creamy, savory sauce, finished with melted cheese on top.
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Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole is a creamy, oven-baked dish made with shredded chicken, crushed nacho cheese Doritos, and a savory, cheese-forward sauce. It bakes up soft and scoopable, with melted cheese on top and Doritos that absorb flavor as they cook.
This casserole is rich and hearty, and meant to be served hot from the dish. The chips soften inside the sauce while the top stays lightly crisp. It holds together well for serving and reheats without drying out.
Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole Ingredients
What you'll need to make a cheesy Doritos chicken bake:
- 1 bag nacho cheese-flavored Doritos chips, crushed
- 1 can of cream of chicken soup
- 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1 can of Southwest corn
- 1 cup of mild chunky salsa
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups fiesta blend shredded cheese
Ingredient Notes
SOUP: Cream of celery or cream of chicken soup can be used as a substitute for cream of mushroom soup.
CHEESE: Any type of shredded cheese will work in this recipe. Consider using cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend of cheeses.
SALSA: You can substitute the salsa for Rotel. You can also use homemade salsa if you prefer. Check out our salsa recipe for a tasty option.
CHICKEN: We recommend pickup up a rotisserie chicken for this recipe, but you can use any chicken you'd like - even leftover grilled or roasted chicken will do.
SPICE: If you enjoy a bit of heat, consider adding some diced jalapenos or a dash of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture for a spicy kick
How To Make Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole
FIRST STEP: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set it aside.
SECOND STEP: Crush the bag of Doritos. Reserve 1½ cups and set them off to the side. Spread the rest in the bottom of the baking dish.
THIRD STEP: Using a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream until smooth.
FOURTH STEP: In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained corn, salsa, shredded chicken breast, and 3 cups of the shredded cheese (be sure to reserve 1 cup for the topping).
Add the soup and sour cream mixture and stir until well combined.
FIFTH STEP: Evenly spread the cheesy chicken mixture over the top of the crushed chips.
SIXTH STEP: Evenly spread the reserved 1½ cups of chips over the top of the chicken mixture.
SEVENTH STEP: Evenly sprinkle the reserved 1 cup of shredded cheese over the crushed chips layer.
STEP EIGHT: Bake for 25 minutes. Serve while hot.
DONENESS CUES: The creamy chicken Doritos casserole is done when:
- The cheese is fully melted and lightly golden in spots
- The sauce is bubbling around the edges
- The center should look set and creamy, not loose or watery
Tips for the Best Texture
- Crush the Doritos into small, uneven pieces rather than fine crumbs. This allows them to absorb sauce while still holding some structure.
- Spread the chicken mixture fully over the chips so no dry spots remain. Exposed chips will bake up hard instead of tender.
- Add the final layer of cheese evenly across the surface. This protects the casserole from drying out and helps the top finish evenly.
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Make-Ahead, Storage, and Reheating
MAKE AHEAD - Can you make doritos chicken casserole ahead of time? Yes. Cheesy chicken Doritos casserole can be assembled up to one day ahead and refrigerated before baking. Add the final layer of chips and cheese just before it goes into the oven.
How To Store Doritos Chicken Casserole
REFRIGERATOR - Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave until heated through, or reheat the full dish in the oven, covered, to prevent drying.
FREEZING - This casserole can be frozen for up to 3 months. Store leftovers in an airtight container. Keep in mind, the texture may not be the same as when the casserole was fresh, and the chips may turn soggy.
How To Serve Doritos Chicken Casserole
Serve this cheesy baked Doritos casserole on its own as a main dish, or pair it with a salad or veggies to balance the richness.
This cheesy casserole works well for weeknight dinners and can replace a traditional taco night. Rinse your casserole down with a peach margarita.
Common Questions
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes. Shred it finely so it distributes evenly through the casserole.
Can I use a different Doritos flavor?
Technically, yes, you can. However, Dorito flavors are quite strong, and changing the flavor will significantly affect the taste of the casserole.
Can I leave out the cream of mushroom soup?
Yes, but you need to replace it with a different flavor of cream soup. We recommend a second can of cream of chicken, or replace with cream of celery.
Why did my casserole turn out watery?
This usually happens when the corn is not well drained before mixing. Be sure to drain your corn well to reduce excess moisture.
Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole
This Doritos cheesy chicken casserole bakes together in one dish with shredded chicken, crushed nacho cheese Doritos, and a creamy, savory sauce, finished with melted cheese on top.
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Ingredients
- 9.25 ounces nacho cheese Doritos chips (crushed (reserve 1½ cups for topping))
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup (undiluted)
- 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup (undiluted)
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 15.25 ounces southwest corn (drained)
- 1 cup mild chunky salsa
- 3 cups chicken breast (cooked and shredded)
- 4 cups fiesta blend shredded cheese (divided 3 cups and 1 cup)
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set it aside.
- Crush the bag of Doritos, and pour all but 1½ cups into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Using a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained corn, salsa, shredded chicken breast, and 3 cups of shredded cheese. Add the soup and sour cream mixture and stir until well combined.
- Evenly spread the cheesy chicken mixture over the top of the crushed chips.
- Evenly spread the reserved 1½ cups of chips over the top of the chicken mixture.
- Evenly sprinkle the reserved 1 cup of shredded cheese over the crushed chips layer.
- Bake for 25 minutes. Serve while hot.
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Notes
- Crush the Doritos into small, uneven pieces rather than fine crumbs. This allows them to absorb sauce while still holding some structure.
- Spread the chicken mixture fully over the chips so no dry spots remain. Exposed chips will bake up hard instead of tender.
- Add the final layer of cheese evenly across the surface. This protects the casserole from drying out and helps the top finish evenly.
Nutrition
Calories: 752kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 2076mg | Potassium: 820mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 968IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 628mg | Iron: 3mg
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Comments
Tina says
Even though I didn't have the Doritos on hand I used regular tortilla chips and I also added about 3/4 cup queso melted cheese. Oh and I used about 1/4 cup creamed corn cause I didn't have regular can of corn on hand. I boiled chicken breast tenders and cut it up to take place of the rotisserie chicken. My grandsons and all of us loved it and came back for thirds.
Renee says
No milk. Whenever you see a recipe that says soup but no milk is mentioned...it always means NO milk.
This does look good, doesn't it? I'm in NE and we're having a cold snap right now. For me, the Ro-tel is too hot so I use petite diced tomatoes and salsa or pico de gallo, whatever's in the fridge, 'to taste'.
Roger Manley says
made this wed eve and its dam good-even warmed up next day in micro wave-will have more often-always have leftover roasted chicken
Shauna says
Hi Roger, thank you so much for leaving a comment on this casserole recipe! I am so excited you liked it so much 🙂 It's one of my favorites.
Nancy says
AWESOME RECIPE .. Only thing diffrent I did was add some sour cream in with my mixture.
Love Love Love this...
Treena says
Love making this dish for the family on the weekend. Super delish!
Layne Henderson says
This is one of our favorite weeknight recipes - quick, easy and delicious!