Dorito Casserole Dinner
Few dishes get that right like Dorito casserole. Heaped with creaminess, cheesiness beneath the now annual crackle of everyone’s favorite tortilla chips, it has emerged as the dish for busy weeknights, potlucks, game day feasts. Here’s what to know about this tasty classic.
What is Dorito Casserole?
Usually Dorito casserole consists of layers of flavors, ground beef or shredded chicken, a cheesy mixture including sour cream and cream of chicken soup or cream cheese (very naughty) and naturally lots and lots crushed Doritos! It is then baked until becoming this cheese-infused comforter. The bread crust on top gives the dish a wonderful crunchy texture that contrasts with its silky smooth interior.
The original recipe uses Nacho Cheese Doritos, but feel free to sub in other flavors, like Cool Ranch or Spicy Sweet Chili, if those are more to your liking.
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Ingredients:
That’s the beauty of dorito casserole it’s endlessly versatile. Here’s the core of what you need:
Why We Love Dorito Casserole
🔸 Quick and Easy: Great if you’re short on time and just want to get some food made to put on the table without spending hours in the kitchen.
🔸 Flexible to customize: Change the ingredients according to your family’s tastes or any dietary concern.
🔸 Crowd-Pleaser: A tidy hit at gatherings.
🔸 Pantry-Packed: Relies on shelf staples, inexpensive components
Variations to Try
- Vegetarian: Use black beans, pinto beans or lentils in place of the meat.
- Heat It Up: Toss in jalapeños, spicy salsa or hot sauce.
- Breakfast Casserole: Change the protein and use scrambled eggs and breakfast sausage for a breakfast casserole.
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Tips for Success
🔸 Don’t Overbake: Watch the casserole so the chips don’t get burned.
🔸 Use Fresh Chips: Old chips make it less fun
🔸 Make a double batch: This casserole freezes well, so make extra for a super easy dinner down the road.
Dorito Casserole
Prep Time: 10 Mins > Cook Time: 30 Mins > Total Time: 40 Mins
Ingredients:
For Serving:
Instructions:
Step 1:
Sauté ground beef or poach shredded chicken. Toss in some taco seasoning and then add a splash of water or broth to flavor the meat.
Step 2:
In a big bowl, stir together your choice of creamy things (sour cream, cream of chicken Campbell’s soup, etc.) and canned diced tomatoes or salsa, to amp up the flavor.
Step 3:
Crush and spread Doritos in the bottom of a greased casserole dish. Next layer some meat, then the cream mixture, then the shredded cheese. Repeat with other ingredients until all are used, ending with a layer of Doritos and cheese.
Step 4:
Preheat oven: 375 F/190 C, put casserole dish on baking tray for 20 to 25 minute or until cheese is melted and bubbling.
Step 5:
After it’s baked, allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. top it with your toppings then enjoy ours!!
Conclusion
Dorito casserole is not simply a meal; it can only be a celebration of flavor and texture. So this is sure to impress whether you’re cooking for a hungry family or company. You’ll hear you may have found a casserole to add to your rotation with cheesy, creamy layers and crunchy topping: Dorito casserole. Try this, and get ready to fall in love with this cheery comfort-food classic!
