What sides go with Dorito Chicken Casserole?

This casserole is hearty and cheesy, so it pairs best with sides that are light, fresh, or slightly acidic to balance it out. Think cilantro lime rice, a crisp green salad, or black bean and avocado salad. If you want something fun, try Mexican street corn or sautéed bell peppers and onions. These sides enhance the Tex-Mex flavors without competing with them.

What’s the difference between chicken stew and chicken casserole?

Great question. A chicken stew is a one-pot dish cooked on the stove, often brothy and spoonable, packed with vegetables and sometimes noodles or dumplings. A chicken casserole, like our dorito chicken Mexican casserole, is baked in the oven, typically creamy or cheesy, and served in slices or scoops. Stew is cozy and soupy; casserole is oven-baked and layered.

How to thicken a chicken casserole?

If your casserole turns out a little runny, you can thicken it before baking by adding an extra tablespoon of cream cheese or a bit more shredded cheese to the mix. Another trick is to drain excess liquid from canned ingredients like Rotel. After baking, letting the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving also helps it firm up beautifully.

Can you add potatoes to chicken casserole?

Yes — especially if you're skipping chips or want to stretch the dish. Parboil and cube Yukon Gold or red potatoes, then fold them into the filling before layering. It adds heartiness and gives it a texture similar to our Potato and Chicken Casserole , but with a bold Mexican flair.

Dorito Chicken Mexican Casserole: Bold, Creamy & Easy

Name: Dorito Chicken Mexican Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken; 1 can cream of chicken soup; 1 cup sour cream; 1 can Rotel (undrained); 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese; 1 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos, lightly crushed; 1 tsp taco seasoning; Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

Ingredients

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3 cups cooked, shredded chicken

1 can cream of chicken soup

1 cup sour cream

1 can Rotel (undrained)

2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

1 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos, lightly crushed

1 tsp taco seasoning

Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a large bowl, mix chicken, soup, sour cream, Rotel, and taco seasoning.

3. Lightly crush Doritos and spread a layer on the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.

4. Spoon half of the chicken mixture over the chips.

5. Sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.

6. Repeat layers with remaining chips, chicken mix, and cheese.

7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

8. Let rest 10 minutes, garnish, and serve.

Notes

For extra spice, add diced jalapeños or hot Rotel.

Reheat leftovers in the oven with extra crushed Doritos for crunch.

Use rotisserie chicken to save time.

Author: Chef Saly
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 90mg