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May 20, 2013

Cheesy Chicken Doritos Casserole

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Cheesy Chicken Doritos Casserole

The thing about food blogging, I’ve realized, is that it may give people the wrong impression about how we live our lives in my house.

This cheesy chicken Doritos casserole comes together fast and easy, and will please even the pickiest of eaters! #recipe #dinner #Mexican

Our meals aren’t plated up fancy when we sit down to eat dinners during weeknights.  Or on the weekends, if you want the real truth.

We’re eating on mismatched plates, with the dinner table covered in kindergarten worksheets, newsletters, crayons, and board games.

And while I love making meals entirely from scratch, our lives just don’t allow it most days.  Instead, our dinners look more like this chicken cheesy Doritos casserole more nights than not.  Quite frankly, this kind of easy meal is what I can entice my kiddo to eat – and I’m all for that.

I got this recipe from a coworker years ago, and while I’ve modified it some to suit the tastes of my family, I’m sure you’ve seen versions of it all over the internet.  That’s because it’s basically the bomb.

If I didn’t live with a 5-year old, I’d totally add a small can of diced jalapeños in.  Or maybe some chipotle peppers in adobo, since the Tall Boy and I really like our foods spicy.  And, if you’re opposed to canned cream of chicken soup, you can always make your own.

Just a side-note: if you’ve never tried substituting greek yogurt for sour cream, you should give it a go in this recipe!  I used Chobani 2% plain Greek yogurt, and my sour cream eating fiend of a husband couldn’t tell the difference.

This cheesy chicken Doritos casserole comes together fast and easy, and will please even the pickiest of eaters! #recipe #dinner #Mexican

I know this isn’t that pretty to look at, but it sure tasted good.

🙂


Cheesy Chicken Doritos Casserole
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 bag nacho cheese Doritos
  • 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken (I used a rotisserie)
  • 1 can Rotel
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup Chobani 2% plain yogurt (or sour cream)
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • salsa, diced olives, jalapenos, cilantro, cooked rice and additional Greek yogurt, for serving
Method
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, Rotel, soup, milk, yogurt, taco seasoning, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  3. Crush a couple of handfuls of Doritos (about 2 cups) and sprinkle evenly in the bottom of a greased 8x8 baking dish. Layer with half of the chicken mixture. Repeat layers, and top with the remaining ½ cup of cheese.
  4. Cover with foil, and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbling. Serve with additional toppings and over rice, if desired.
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65 Comments

  1. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
    Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust on May 20, 2013 at 9:24 pm

    Seriously, I’m drooling. I need to make this SO bad!
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    • Ashley
      Ashley on May 21, 2013 at 9:55 am

      I think Jordan would like it. It’s definitely a family friendly recipe!

      Reply
  2. Kristi @ My San Francisco Kitchen
    Kristi @ My San Francisco Kitchen on May 20, 2013 at 9:49 pm

    That is the best way 😀 OMG this looks so delish!!
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    • Ashley
      Ashley on May 21, 2013 at 9:55 am

      Thanks so much, Kristi!

      Reply
  3. sally @ sallys baking addiction
    sally @ sallys baking addiction on May 21, 2013 at 8:40 am

    Nothing I make or plate up ever looks like that when we sit down to eat it. 🙂 I giggled reading that in your text Ashley! I’ve seen this casserole before – my one friend who is obsessed with Doritos would love it!
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  4. Laura Kennedy
    Laura Kennedy on May 21, 2013 at 8:49 am

    There is clearly rice in the photo…but no mention of it in the recipe details…?

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on May 21, 2013 at 9:20 am

      Hi Laura. Yes, clearly there is rice. 🙂 This is just a boxed Mexican rice mix I served as a side dish.

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      • Laura Kennedy
        Laura Kennedy on May 21, 2013 at 9:28 am

        Thanks so much for the quick response, I wanted to make this tonight and didn’t want to be lacking anything (: Sorry for my confusion!

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        • Ashley
          Ashley on May 21, 2013 at 9:51 am

          I should have made note of it in my instructions! 🙂 I updated them now. I hope you like the casserole-it was so easy and a hit with my picky kid!

          Reply
      • H ANNIS
        H ANNIS on July 6, 2014 at 6:28 am

        what is Rotel please

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        • Debi
          Debi on July 11, 2014 at 10:02 am

          Rotel is a type of canned tomatoes with mild (or hot) peppers. You can find it usually in the Mexican section of your grocery store, or with the diced tomatoes

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        • Destiny
          Destiny on April 4, 2020 at 9:40 pm

          Rotel is diced tomatoes and green chili’s in a can. Hope this helps ! (:

          Reply
    • Joanne
      Joanne on January 30, 2014 at 8:14 pm

      Yes, it mentions rice, read the last line of ingredients, and 4. under cooking instructions.

      Reply
  5. Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry
    Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry on May 21, 2013 at 11:58 am

    I clearly need to make this for dinner tonight!
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  6. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life
    Jocelyn @BruCrew Life on May 21, 2013 at 7:26 pm

    I had to laugh at this because nothing we eat looks like our photos either 🙂 And mismatched plates and napkins happen regularly…I like to call it eclectic! Now this casserole…it looks absolutely amazing! I need it in my life for sure!!!
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  7. Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate
    Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate on May 21, 2013 at 8:25 pm

    I can relate 😉 … This looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing! Pinned 😉
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  8. Meghan @ The Tasty Fork
    Meghan @ The Tasty Fork on May 23, 2013 at 8:43 am

    LOVE THIS!! I’m sure you can switch up the flavor of the Doritos and make all kinds of fun casseroles. YUM!
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    • Ashley
      Ashley on May 23, 2013 at 6:35 pm

      Thanks, Meghan. Oooooh. Now you’ve got me thinking! I think I need to try this with every Dorito flavor possible!

      Reply
      • Michelle
        Michelle on May 18, 2016 at 7:59 pm

        It would probably taste really good with spicy Doritos yummy

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  9. Stephanie
    Stephanie on May 26, 2013 at 9:58 pm

    Can you tell me the size of can you used for the cream of chicken soup? 15ounce or more? Thanks and I can’t wait to try this on my family. I love the adding it to the rice too:)

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on May 27, 2013 at 7:14 am

      I used a 15 ounce can–what a great idea to add it to the rice! I will have to try that next time! Yum!

      Reply
  10. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl
    Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl on May 29, 2013 at 8:09 pm

    Oh man, this has magic all over! I love a good taco inspired casserole and you nailed this. Thanks for sharing!
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  11. Tracy
    Tracy on June 23, 2013 at 7:21 pm

    Just wondering what Rotel is? I’m in Canada so perhaps it’s a name brand of something from the States?

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on June 23, 2013 at 9:16 pm

      Hi Tracy. Yes, Rotel is a brand-name. It’s basically a can of diced tomatoes and diced green chilies…in the States, it comes in different varieties: mild, hot, with lime and cilantro, etc. If you don’t have something similar in Canada, a small jar of chunky salsa would work also!

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      • Tracy
        Tracy on June 24, 2013 at 12:44 am

        Thanks Ashley! I think this will be on the menu for tomorrow 🙂

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    • Sheryle
      Sheryle on June 23, 2013 at 10:04 pm

      Hi Tracy, I’m not Ashley, but perhaps I can help?? Ro-tel is indeed a “brand name” here in the states. Basically, it is a can of diced tomatoes and green chilies. Here, it is generally sold in the same section as the other canned tomatoes, however it may also be in an ethnic, or Mexican section in your stores. It usually comes in various “heats” from mild to hot to “Mexican” to “Chili Fixins”. Go to https://www.ro-tel.com/ for a store locator or to get a better idea of what it is. You may have a similar product in Canada that you can substitute. It also makes a great dip! Melt a large Velveeta cheese bar over low heat and stir in a can or two of Ro-tel, to your taste and in your preferred flavor. You can also add some cooked ground sausage or beef (or both) to the dip, plus additional green chiles, lightly cooked white onion or chopped green onion (really whatever you like!). Keep the dip warm in a small crock pot and serve with tortilla chips or veggies. YUM!

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      • Tracy
        Tracy on June 24, 2013 at 12:43 am

        Thanks Sheryle! Great info and a fantastic idea for a dip 🙂

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  12. Sheryle
    Sheryle on June 23, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    Thanks Ashley! This sounds wonderful! It’s going into the rotation!

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on June 23, 2013 at 11:17 pm

      I hope you like it, Sheryle!

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      • Sheryle
        Sheryle on June 23, 2013 at 11:41 pm

        I know you addressed this earlier and said it was a box rice mixture, but was the boxed rice mixture “Mexican” or Spanish” rice? I’m pretty sure I have both available to me here, or was it one of the hundreds of others? LOL? (Rice-a-Roni, Zaterans etc.?) I don’t care for store bought Rotisserie chicken, so I will buy some bone in chicken breasts and poach with celery, onions, fresh herbs and flavorings. It kills (pardon the pun), two birds with one stone! Great moist chicken AND homemade chicken broth for the freezer! Just remember to strain the broth in a fine strainer, and press the solids to get the most flavor. Cool and then freeze for that next really yummy soup stock or vegetable/potato broth!
        PS. I’m saving mine for my first, fresh shucked Lima beans this year! I’ve been trying to grow Lima’s for a while now, and FINALLY I have plants!!!

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        • Ashley
          Ashley on June 24, 2013 at 9:03 pm

          Hi Sheryle! I don’t remember exactly what brand I used, although I’m fairly certain I used a Spanish-style rice. I need to get a homemade version posted sometime. 🙂 I do love poaching chicken – you are right, it is so moist that way, and it’s a great way to get homemade stock. Congrats on the beans – I’m the worst gardener ever, so I’m always impressed with other people’s success. 😉

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  13. Jennifer
    Jennifer on June 24, 2013 at 6:56 am

    Can you tell me the nurtritional information?

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on June 24, 2013 at 8:59 pm

      Hi Jennifer. Click the icon (the little guy with the chef’s hat) right above the recipe box that says, “Click here for recipe nutrition.” This redirects you to another recipe sharing site called My Recipe Magic. The folks at My Recipe Magic have calculated the nutritional information for this recipe and you should be able to view it there!

      Reply
  14. Debi
    Debi on August 20, 2013 at 4:42 pm

    Looks like there is rice in the picture???? I don’t see it in the recipe.

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  15. Debi
    Debi on August 20, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    Is there Rice supposed to be in the recipe… looks like rice in the photo.

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on August 20, 2013 at 4:52 pm

      Hi Debi – the rice is not part of the casserole. I did serve ours over cooked rice (a Spanish-style), but it was a box mix. 🙂

      Reply
  16. Brandon
    Brandon on August 27, 2013 at 2:57 am

    Man, this is soooo delicious. I usually make it at least twice a month since it is so easy and cheap to prepare. Last time I made it, i substituted Chili Cheese Fritos for the Doritos and it was heavenly.

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on August 27, 2013 at 4:07 pm

      What a great idea! We’ll have to try that next time!

      Reply
  17. Jackie Hammond
    Jackie Hammond on September 18, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    This really sounds good and easy to make. I think even my honey would eat this. Thanks for sharing.

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on September 18, 2013 at 6:05 pm

      Thanks for stopping by, Jackie. I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  18. gabby
    gabby on October 11, 2013 at 5:13 am

    It says repeat layers? So doritos chicken mix doritos chicken mix?

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on October 12, 2013 at 10:59 am

      Yep! That’s it!

      Reply
  19. Jenna
    Jenna on January 3, 2014 at 1:47 pm

    I didn’t have Rotel so I just used some salsa I had on hand. My kids loved it.

    Reply
  20. Donna D.
    Donna D. on January 12, 2014 at 10:17 am

    Can this be made ahead of time and frozen to be baked later? I’m thinking maybe the Doritos would lose their crunch. Has anyone tried this?

    Reply
  21. Nicole
    Nicole on February 2, 2014 at 4:19 pm

    It looks beautiful! If you just need more color add some red onions & green peppers!

    Reply
  22. James Bailey
    James Bailey on February 18, 2014 at 3:32 am

    why add salsa, jalapenos, cilantro when you use Ro tel tomatoes? instead of using ro tel tomatoes just use medium salsa

    Reply
    • James Bailey
      James Bailey on February 18, 2014 at 3:34 am

      ro tel tomatoes has it all just like the salsa.

      Reply
  23. Christine
    Christine on February 21, 2014 at 5:16 pm

    Can you tell me what a can of Rotel is?

    Reply
  24. Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector)
    Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector) on April 26, 2014 at 7:44 am

    This looks really yummy and our kind of meal too!

    Reply
  25. Jenna
    Jenna on May 4, 2014 at 6:10 pm

    How many ounces is the Rotel?

    Reply
  26. Conniw
    Conniw on July 7, 2014 at 1:11 pm

    How many ounces for rotel tomatoes?

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    • Ashley
      Ashley on July 11, 2014 at 6:46 pm

      10 ounces.

      Reply
  27. Chris @ Stayin Afloat
    Chris @ Stayin Afloat on October 30, 2014 at 10:31 pm

    I love your blog. I found it through another blog on Facebook. It’s awesome. I love your recipes.

    This one was pretty delicious…unfortunately it took a lot longer to bake (I ended up just throwing it in the microwave). I shared my experience here:

    https://www.stayin-afloat.com/p/cheesy-chicken-doritos-casserole.html

    Reply
  28. Melissa B
    Melissa B on January 12, 2015 at 7:42 am

    Here i am sitting in school drooling I hope my studyhall students don’t hear my stomach rumbling! and it is only 8:40 in the morning!

    Reply
  29. Carli
    Carli on May 12, 2015 at 6:06 pm

    Found on Pinterest! I know this is called Cheesy CHICKEN Doritos casserole, and it sounds divine (I will be making this tonight for my husband and myself- He LOVES his Doritos!), but I wonder, have you ever made this with ground beef instead of chicken? I am all about using rotisserie chickens (it’s so easy!), but for the days when I just don’t feel like leaving the house to buy one (because I hate poaching chicken)… I always have ground beef in the freezer, so I wonder if it would taste good that way. I am sure this one will be a hit and I was just wondering about the beef for the future. Thanks 🙂

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