Take an adventure that combines the essence of Mexican cuisine with the comforting familiarity of a casserole. Our Mexican Dorito Chicken Casserole is a combination of flavors and textures where tender chicken meets the crunch of Doritos and zesty Rotel tomatoes add a spicy kick. Whether you’re looking for a dinner, for your loved ones or a hit at potluck gatherings this recipe guarantees an explosion of flavors that will leave a lasting impression.
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked
8 ounces of Doritos chips, crushed
1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
2 small cans of Cream of Chicken soup
1 can of Rotel tomatoes and green chilis
¾ cup of whole milk
1 cup of shredded Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). While it’s heating up place your chicken breasts in the oven. Bake them for approximately 20 to 25 minutes. This step ensures that the chicken is fully cooked and ready to be incorporated into your casserole.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the Doritos. Crush them into bite pieces. Take half of the Doritos. Evenly distribute them in a baking dish. This layer forms a crispy and flavorful base, for your casserole.
In a bowl combine the Cream of Chicken soup with milk. Mixing these two ingredients together creates a delicious sauce that brings all the flavors together.
Once the chicken is done baking use a fork to shred it into pieces. Mix these shredded chicken pieces with drained and rinsed beans as well as Rotel tomatoes and green chilis. This combination adds a zesty element to your casserole.
Now it’s time to layer your casserole. Spread the mixture of chicken, beans Rotel tomatoes and green chilis over the layer of Doritos, in the baking dish. This adds a delicious layer, to your dish.
Pour the creamy soup mixed with milk over the layer of chicken. This adds a comforting touch to the casserole. Don’t forget about the cheese! Sprinkle some Cheddar cheese on top for that gooey and cheesy goodness.
To enhance the flavor and texture you’ll repeat the layers one time. So another layer of crushed Doritos followed by the chicken mixture, the soup mixture and of course cheese.
Now that all those delicious layers are in place it’s time for the bake. Put the baking dish back into the oven again. Let it bake for another 20 to 25 minutes. This baking step ensures everything blends together beautifully resulting in bubbly cheese, on top.
Once the timer goes off your Mexican Dorito Chicken Casserole is ready to be savored. Take it out of the oven. Let it cool down a little before indulging. Each bite will be a combination of textures and flavors. Share this comforting Tex-Mex masterpiece with your loved ones!
Notes
To make a gluten-free version of this delicious Mexican Dorito Chicken Casserole make sure that all the ingredients you use are certified gluten-free. You can go for gluten-free Doritos or choose tortilla chips that do not contain any gluten. Also check if the Cream of Chicken soup Rotel tomatoes and any other canned products you use are labeled as gluten-free.
By making these choices when it comes to ingredients you can relish the flavors of this casserole while accommodating a gluten-free diet. This adaptation ensures that everyone can enjoy the comforting and tasty Tex-Mex dish without worrying about any issues related to gluten.