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Creamy Chicken Dorito Casserole Recipe
5 from 51 votes

Creamy Chicken Dorito Casserole Recipe

This casserole combines shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, corn, and taco seasoning for a rich, creamy filling topped with melted cheddar cheese and crunchy crushed Nacho Doritos. Baking develops a bubbly, cheesy base while keeping the Doritos crisp if added late. The casserole offers a mix of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy textures along with a mildly spicy, savory flavor. It is suitable for a filling dinner and can be garnished with cilantro or avocado.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 611 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex-Mex

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

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350° and spray a 9×13 inch pan with nonstick spray
  2. In a large bowl combine, cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning until well mixed.
  3. Then add the Rotel and corn.
  4. Add the shredded cooked chicken.
  5. Add 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and mix.
  6. Pour the chicken mixture into the pan and smooth out.
  7. Place in the oven and bake until bubbly.
  8. Remove and sprinkle with crushed Doritos.
  9. Add the remaining cup of cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  10. Remove from the oven.
  11. 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

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 611

% 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.