Tex-Mex Dorito Casserole
Tex-Mex Dorito Casserole is a cheesy, crunchy, family-friendly dinner made with seasoned meat, creamy sauce, and layers of Doritos. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this comfort food recipe is quick, affordable, and guaranteed to please.
Yield: 4 people
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $5
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Casserole dish (9x13-inch)
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Spatula
Materials
- 1 bag Doritos 9.75 oz, Nacho Cheese flavor or your favorite
- 1 lb ground beef or shredded chicken
- 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade blend
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz, or mushroom soup
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 cup diced tomatoes optional
- 1 cup corn or black beans optional
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack/pepper jack blend
Toppings
- shredded lettuce optional
- diced tomatoes optional
- jalapeños optional
- black olives optional
- avocado optional
- salsa optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain fat. Stir in taco seasoning with a splash of water.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and milk until smooth.
- Add diced tomatoes, corn, or beans to the meat mixture if desired.
- Layer half the crushed Doritos in the casserole dish.
- Spread the meat mixture over the chips.
- Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the meat.
- Sprinkle with cheese. Add another layer of Doritos and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Rest for 5 minutes, then top with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, or avocado before serving.
Notes
Swap beef with chicken or turkey for variety.
Make it vegetarian by using black beans or pinto beans instead of meat.
For extra crunch, add fresh crushed Doritos on top right before serving.
Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.