Dorito Taco Casserole with a Crispy Twist
A Mexican-inspired casserole layers seasoned chicken, beans, and melted cheese with crushed Dorito chips for a crunchy twist. Bold flavors and minimal effort make this dish perfect for a crowd.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Dorito Tortilla Chips, crushed
Ground Chicken
Canned Black Beans, drained
Salsa
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Diced Tomatoes
Green Onions, chopped
Olive Oil
Salt
Pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish
Crush 1.5 cups Dorito chips into small pieces
Spread crushed chips evenly in the dish
Cook 1 lb ground chicken in a skillet until browned; season with salt and pepper
Transfer cooked chicken to dish and flatten
Top with drained black beans, 1 cup salsa, and half the diced tomatoes
Sprinkle 1 cup cheese over the mixture
Add a second layer of crushed chips
Spread remaining salsa (1/2 cup) on top
Sprinkle remaining cheese
Bake for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden
Let cool slightly before serving (optional garnish: green onions)
Notes
Substitute ground chicken with ground beef or crumbled tofu for a vegetarian option
Swap black beans for kidney or pinto beans
Use plain or spicy Doritos based on preference
Cool completely before refrigerating leftovers for up to 2 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg