Dorito Mexican Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with this indulgent and flavor-packed Dorito Mexican Casserole—a comfort food masterpiece that combines layers of zesty seasoned ground beef, creamy Rotel-infused sauce, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, all nestled between crunchy nacho cheese Doritos. This easy-to-make casserole comes together in just 40 minutes and is perfect for feeding a hungry family or impressing guests at a potluck. With its bold Tex-Mex flavors, creamy textures, and irresistible cheesy crunch, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Top it off with additional garnishes like sour cream, fresh cilantro, or diced tomatoes for a customizable finishing touch. Whether you're craving a fun twist on taco night or looking to simplify dinnertime with a single-dish recipe, this Dorito Mexican Casserole is an absolute winner!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 bag (12 ounces) nacho cheese Doritos
• 1 small onion (optional, diced)
• 1 tablespoon oil (for cooking)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion (if using) and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.

4. Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water (or as directed on the seasoning packet). Cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef is evenly coated and the mixture thickens.

5. Add the Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream to the skillet. Stir until well combined and heated through.

6. In a large casserole dish (9x13-inch), spread a layer of slightly crushed Doritos on the bottom, covering the base of the dish.

7. Evenly spoon half of the beef mixture over the Doritos layer, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.

8. Repeat with another layer of crushed Doritos, the remaining beef mixture, and the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.

9. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with additional crushed Doritos, sour cream, diced tomatoes, or chopped cilantro for added flavor and presentation.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (303.9g)

Calories		775
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		54.7 g	70%
	Saturated Fat	22.2 g	111%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	7.3 g
Cholesterol		114 mg	38%
Sodium		1037 mg	45%
Total Carbohydrate		44.1 g	16%
	Dietary Fiber	3.6 g	13%
	Total Sugars	6.7 g
Protein		29.2 g	58%
Vitamin D		0.4 mcg	2%
Calcium		449 mg	35%
Iron		2.7 mg	15%
Potassium		399 mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2955 cal (62.7%%)

Protein: 701 cal (14.9%%)

Carbs: 1054 cal (22.4%%)