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Doritos Casserole

Published: Nov 22, 2022 · Modified: Dec 2, 2022 by Bowl Me Over · Leave a Comment

Easy to make this TexMex dish is loaded with family favorites and just couldn't be easier to make!
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Mix up Taco Tuesday when you serve this Layered Doritos Casserole! It's filled with seasoned taco meat, beans, crushed tortilla chips and plenty of cheese. You're going to love this new twist on taco night!

Love this? Be sure and try the Burrito Casserole next, that one is so yummy!

Cheesy casserole in baking dish topped with cilantro.
Dorito Casserole Recipe
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  • Ingredients
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  • Equipment
  • FAQ's
  • Things to know
  • Variations
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  • Related recipes
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  • Ground Beef Doritos Casserole Recipe

Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️ This is a super easy recipe!

✔️ Family friendly, the kids will love it.

✔️ Budget friendly too, this is a winner all the way around.

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Ingredients

For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

  • olive oil
  • lean ground beef
  • yellow onion
  • a packet of taco seasoning or use this recipe for homemade taco seasoning.
  • fire roasted tomatoes
  • light red kidney beans
  • Rotel tomatoes or diced tomatoes and chilies
  • sour cream
  • sharp cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese or a pre shredded Mexican cheese blend.
  • Nacho Cheese Doritos 
  • cilantro for garnish
Instructions to make recipe, with print overlay.

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat up over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until no pink remains.
  3. Add the diced onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the taco seasoning, fire roasted tomatoes, tomatoes and chilies and beans and heat through.
  5. Add the sour cream and turn off the heat. Stir until well combined.
  6. Lightly spray a 9 x 13” Casserole dish with cooking spray then take 2 cups of the Doritos and evenly line the bottom of the dish.
  7. Spoon half of the meat mixture over the top of the crushed chips then sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.
  8. Repeat with another layer of the same.
  9. Finish with a light layer of Doritos that are not quite as crushed. Big chunks.
  10. Then just a ½ cup sprinkle of cheese.
  11. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  12. Remove the foil and bake for a further 5-10 minutes, until lightly brown on top.
  13. Sprinkle with a little chopped cilantro then Serve with your favorite taco toppings (sour cream, cilantro, chopped tomatoes, lime, avocado etc)

Equipment

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  • Love this casserole set, I use it all the time.
  • You can never go wrong with a cast iron skillet. I use mine daily!

FAQ's

How do you reheat Dorito casserole?

The Doritos Casserole can be easily reheated in the microwave. If you want the topping to get crunchy again, then reheat in the oven or air fryer in an oven safe dish.

Should I cover my casserole with foil?

Yes, covering the casserole with foil will help hold in the moisture and help keep this hearty casserole moist.

Does it matter which Doritos you use?

No, you can use whatever flavor of corn chips you prefer. By all means, mix it up!

Taco Casserole in baking dish with Doritos.
Dorito Taco Casserole

Things to know

  • Using pre-shredded cheese makes this casserole that much easier to make.
  • Crushing the chips is easy when you leave them in the bag. You can crush by squeezing or using a rolling pin. Just don't crush them too small, you want texture, not dust.
  • If you prefer to crispy up the chips, microwave until it's hot, then transfer it to a hot cast iron skillet. That will help crisp up the bottom of the casserole - yum!

Variations

  • Lighten up your meal by using ground turkey meat or ground chicken.
  • Substitute black beans for the kidney beans if you'd prefer - so tasty!
  • Adding cream of chicken soup or nacho cheese soup makes this even creamier!
  • Frozen corn or canned corn (drained) is a great addition to the casserole dish.
  • Diced bell peppers would be yummy. Add it to the ground beef mixture after it's browned.

Storage

Refrigerate - Allow to cool completely, cover well or place in an airtight container. Refrigerate up to three days.

Freezer - This freezes well. You may want to add a little extra cheese when you reheat it. Freeze up to three months.

Reheat - Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. I prefer to reheat in the oven, though you can certainly reheat in the microwave, but it won't get crispy.

Cheesy Doritos Casserole on plate with fork. Baking dish is in the background.
Taco Casserole with Doritos

Related recipes

Looking for more easy recipes? Here are some of our favorite comfort food TexMex classics!

  • If you enjoy this recipe, be sure to try the Baked Chicken Taco Casserole and the Cheesy Hamburger Casserole soon.
  • The Cheesy Taco Bake is AMAZING! We love that crispy/cheesy topping.
  • Johnny Marzetti Casserole is a hearty cheesy pasta bake your family will love!
  • Best ground beef taco meat recipe right here!
  • This simple recipe for Baked Taco Salad Casserole is always a hit.
  • There's a ton of Easy Chicken Casserole Recipes here.

Serve with

  • The Ground Beef Taco Dip is a perfect party starter!
  • Make your own homemade Pico de Gallo to top the dish.
  • Serve this easy Southwest Salad Recipe alongside the casserole, it's the perfect combination.
  • A side of black beans is an affordable side dish and so good too!
  • Looking for a cocktail to share? Make a Mexican Martini - cheers!

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Layered Doritos Casserole in baking dish with serving spoon.
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Ground Beef Doritos Casserole Recipe

Easy to make this TexMex dish is loaded with family favorites and just couldn't be easier to make!
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Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time1 hr
Course: Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine: Southwestern, TexMex
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 1192kcal
Author: Deb Clark
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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ small yellow onion diced
  • 1 ounce packet taco seasoning
  • 15 ounce can fire roasted tomatoes
  • 15 ounce can light red kidney beans
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 10 ounce can diced tomatoes and chilies (Rotel)
  • 2 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 5 cups crushed nacho cheese Doritos
  • chopped cilantro for garnish optional

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Instructions

  • Pre-heat the oven to 375°F.
  • Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat up over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until no pink remains.
  • Add the diced onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the taco seasoning, fire roasted tomatoes, tomatoes and chilies and beans and heat through.
  • Add the sour cream and turn off the heat. Stir until well combined.
  • Lightly spray a 9 x 13” Casserole dish with cooking spray then take 2 cups of the Doritos and evenly line the bottom of the dish.
  • Spoon half of the meat mixture over the top of the Doritos then sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.
  • Repeat with another layer of the same.
  • Finish with a light layer of Doritos that are not quite as crushed. Big chunks.
  • Then just a ½ cup sprinkle of cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for a further 5-10 minutes, until lightly brown on top.
  • Sprinkle with a little chopped cilantro then Serve with your favorite toppings (sour cream, cilantro, chopped tomatoes, lime, avocado etc)

Nutrition

Calories: 1192kcal | Carbohydrates: 106g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 71g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 19g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 1807mg | Potassium: 761mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1120IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 535mg | Iron: 4mg
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