Creamy Chicken Dorito Casserole Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
611 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Creamy Chicken Dorito Casserole Recipe
Description
The Creamy Chicken Dorito Casserole Recipe assembles shredded cooked chicken with a base of cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning mixed with Rotel diced tomatoes and drained corn. After baking until bubbly, the casserole is topped with crushed Nacho Doritos and additional cheddar cheese, then baked briefly again to melt the cheese while keeping a crispy topping. The combination of creamy and cheesy textures contrasted by the crunchy chips creates a comforting, layered dish with a slightly spicy, savory profile from the taco seasoning and tomatoes.
The casserole is baked in a 9×13 inch pan, making it a practical and hearty option for family meals. It can be served with extras like chopped cilantro, sour cream, or avocado slices to add freshness or creaminess. The dish’s warmth and texture contrast make it satisfying after a simple preparation.
For best results, add the Doritos toward the end of the baking time or cover with foil during baking to prevent burning. Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. This casserole is not recommended for freezing because of texture changes when thawed.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups chicken shredded
- 1 8 ounce cream cheese package
- 1 10 ounce diced tomatoes with green chilies canned, brand: ROTEL
- 1 10 ounce corn drained, whole kernel, canned
- 1 1 ounce taco seasoning package
- 1/2 Cup sour cream
- 2 Cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 3 cups Nacho Doritos crushed
- cilantro diced tomatoes, lettuce, avocado slices, optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° and spray a 9×13 inch pan with nonstick spray
- In a large bowl combine, cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning until well mixed.
- Then add the Rotel and corn.
- Add the shredded cooked chicken.
- Add 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and mix.
- Pour the chicken mixture into the pan and smooth out.
- Place in the oven and bake until bubbly.
- Remove and sprinkle with crushed Doritos.
- Add the remaining cup of cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from the oven.
- Serve with chopped cilantro, sour cream, or your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Add the crushed Doritos in the last 5 minutes of baking or cover the casserole with foil to prevent the chips from browning too much.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh side salad to balance its richness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days; freezing is not advised due to texture changes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 611 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 611kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 19% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 1129mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 369mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1291IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 316mg | 32% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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