Dorito Casserole Recipe: A Cheesy, Crunchy Comfort Food Favorite
A fun, comforting, and flavor-packed dish, Dorito Casserole is the perfect weeknight dinner or potluck crowd-pleaser. With layers of seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and crunchy Doritos, it’s a nostalgic meal that brings a touch of Tex-Mex flair to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade taco spice)
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
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1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
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1 bag (9.75 oz) Nacho Cheese Doritos, lightly crushed
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1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft, about 2–3 minutes.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess grease.
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Stir in taco seasoning and Rotel tomatoes. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes.
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Remove from heat and mix in cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Add any optional ingredients at this stage.
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Spread half of the crushed Doritos in the bottom of the baking dish.
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Pour the beef mixture evenly over the Doritos layer.
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Top with remaining Doritos and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
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For extra crunch, reserve a handful of crushed Doritos to sprinkle on after baking.
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Make it spicier by adding hot sauce, jalapeños, or extra green chilies.
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Swap ground beef for shredded chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
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Reheats well for up to 4 days and can be made ahead of time.