Best 2 Cheesy Chicken Mexican Doritos Casserole Recipes

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Craving a cheesy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that will satisfy your taste buds? Look no further than the delectable "Cheesy Chicken Mexican Doritos Casserole"! This culinary delight combines the irresistible crunch of Doritos chips, tender chicken, and a captivating blend of Mexican spices, all enveloped in a creamy, gooey cheese sauce. Whether you're hosting a potluck, feeding a hungry family, or simply seeking a comforting meal, this casserole is guaranteed to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

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DORITOS® CHICKEN CHEESE CASSEROLE



Doritos® Chicken Cheese Casserole image

Was given this recipe by a co worker. My husband says: 'You had me at Doritos®!' You can substitute 1 can Ro-Tel® tomatoes for the salsa.

Provided by Ashley Rawls

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
1 (14.5 ounce) package nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips (such as Doritos®), crushed
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (15.25 ounce) can corn, drained
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
1 ½ cups salsa
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
8 ounces sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread crushed chips out into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Stir chicken, 1 cup Mexican cheese blend, salsa, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream together in a bowl. Pour chicken mixture over crushed chips into the baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Spread remaining 1 cup cheese over the casserole and bake until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 919 calories, Carbohydrate 69.3 g, Cholesterol 120.5 mg, Fat 55.5 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 2089.3 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

CHEESY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



Cheesy Mexican Casserole image

Chicken, cheese, and spices. You can substitute Cheddar cheese for the Mexican-style cheese blend, if desired.

Provided by Texasgal60

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container fat-free sour cream
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
½ cup low-fat milk
2 ½ cups cooked, shredded chicken breast meat
8 (6 inch) yellow corn tortillas, torn into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
1 large tomato, chopped
1 ½ cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir condensed soup, sour cream, green chilies, and milk together in a large bowl. Add chicken, tortilla pieces, and taco seasoning; stir. Mix tomato and 1 cup Mexican-style cheese blend into chicken mixture.
  • Spread chicken mixture out into the prepared baking dish and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Discard aluminum foil. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top of the casserole and continue baking until cheese melts and casserole is bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let rest for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 60.2 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 689.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses: This will give your casserole a more complex flavor. A good combination is cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: This will make it tough and dry. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Use a medium heat: This will prevent the casserole from burning.
  • Bake the casserole for 20-25 minutes: This will give the cheese time to melt and the casserole to heat through.
  • Serve the casserole immediately: This is when it is at its best.

Conclusion:

This cheesy chicken Mexican Doritos casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of Doritos, cheese, and chicken is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this casserole a try.

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