Description
A comforting and cheesy Dorito casserole that layers seasoned ground beef, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese over a bed of crunchy Nacho Cheese Doritos, baked to perfection and topped with fresh garnishes for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 package taco seasoning (1 ounce)
- 1 cup salsa (Newman’s Own recommended)
- 10.5 ounces can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese (half white cheddar, half sharp cheddar)
- 1 bag (9.75 ounces) Nacho Cheese Doritos
Garnishes
- Chopped green onions
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Halved cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Prep your tools: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray like PAM to prevent sticking.
- Cook the meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Stir and break the meat into pieces using a wooden spoon. Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are softened. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
- Add flavorings: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Add the taco seasoning and salsa, reduce heat to medium-low, and stir well to combine. Cook for about 2 minutes until flavors meld.
- Make the meat mixture: Remove the skillet from heat, then stir in the cream of chicken soup and sour cream thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
- Assemble the casserole: Spread one-third of the crushed Doritos evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer half of the meat mixture over the chips, then sprinkle one-third of the shredded cheese on top. Repeat with a second layer of chips, meat, and cheese. Finish with a final layer of chips and the remaining cheese.
- Bake: Cover the casserole loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Finish and serve: Take the casserole out of the oven and allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes to set. Garnish with diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, or any desired taco toppings before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or a dairy-free alternative for different flavors or dietary needs.
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a few dashes of hot sauce to the meat mixture.
- Use gluten-free Doritos and taco seasoning if you need to make this recipe gluten free.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Feel free to customize garnishes to your preference, such as avocado slices or pickled jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
