Do I have to use canned cream of chicken soup?

No, you don't have to use canned cream of chicken soup. You can easily make a healthier homemade soup that stands in beautifully for this recipe.

Do the Doritos get soggy?

The chips at the bottom get softer, but not soggy. As designed, the recipe has a nice variation in texture. The chips at the top stay crunchy, while the ones underneath mimic have a tortilla vibe, like what you'd have in an enchilada casserole. If you're worried about the chip texture, skip the layers and place the chips on top only.

What do I serve with Doritos Chicken Casserole?

A green salad goes well with this casserole. It's very rich, so you want something fresh and light.

What drinks go with Doritos Chicken Casserole?

Lemonade, beer, or margaritas are nice drinking pairings for Dorito Chicken Casserole.

What do I do if I'm starting with raw chicken?

You can quickly cook up chicken for shredding. My preferred method is the Instant Pot. Toss your chicken pieces in with some water and pressure cook them for 5 minutes, then let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes. Release the valve, remove the chicken, and shred it with two forks.

Doritos chicken casserole recipe

Dorito Chicken Casserole Recipe

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Chicken, gooey melted cheese, and everyone's favorite tortilla chip is a no-fail combo. This recipe comes together in a few minutes and cooks for 30.

Author: Blog Chef
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Inactive Time: 0 hours
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
Category: Mexican Recipes

Ingredients

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2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (divided)
10 oz can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1 can Ro-tel tomatoes (drained)
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
9.25 oz bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F or 177°C. Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, 1 cup of cheese, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, Ro-tel tomatoes, and taco seasoning.
Grab a handful of Doritos, crush them gently with your hands, and place them in the bottom of your casserole dish. Repeat until there's an even layer covering the bottom of the dish. Top with half of the chicken mixture. Add another layer of crushed Doritos, and then the rest of the chicken mixture. Top with remaining cheese and more crushed Doritos.
Cover the dish and bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes, until bubbling hot. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

You can start with raw chicken or rotisserie chicken if you don't have shredded chicken on hand. If you're using raw chicken, cook it in an Instant Pot, the oven, or a pot of boiling water first, then shred it and proceed with the recipe. You can also make your own taco seasoning mix and cream of chicken soup — see the FAQs for recipes!

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