What’s in this Dorito Casserole Recipe?
If you are looking to mix up your weekly meals, we’ve got you covered with this yummy beef casserole. Topped with Doritos, it’s full of flavor and texture, and your kids will love that they get to eat chips for dinner! The beef is seasoned with all of your favorite Mexican ingredients, and that crunch is so good!
Ground Beef: We like lean ground beef, but any fat percentage will work. Just be sure to drain excess fat to avoid an oily casserole. Onion: Yellow onion is our preferred choice, but white, sweet, or Vidalia will also work. Garlic: Adds an earthy and savory base of flavor. Spices: Chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper add that classic Mexican flavor. Evaporated Milk: Adds creaminess to the casserole. In a pinch, heavy cream also work. Tomatoes: Fire-roasted diced tomatoes add a bit of smokiness and acidity. Regular diced tomatoes also work. Green Chiles: Diced green chiles add a bit of spice! Hot Sauce: This is totally optional. Add if you like a little extra spice. Beef Bouillon: We used Better than Bouillon, but any brand will work. Do not prepare the bouillon; we’re using it as a dry ingredient! Doritos: We like nacho-flavored, but any flavor will work (try our homemade Cool Ranch Doritos recipe), or use plain tortilla chips. Cheese: We used Mexican blend, but cheddar is also a great choice.
Variations on Dorito Taco Casserole
For a healthier swap, we like to use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef. The casserole is still super rich and flavorful but much lower in fat!
How to Store and Reheat
If you have any leftovers (we never do!), this Dorito casserole will keep well covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. It can be reheated in the oven, covered with foil, at 350°F for 20 minutes until warmed through. The leftovers taste so good as all of those flavors develop and meld together.
How to Freeze
Freeze this Dorito casserole before or after baking for up to 3 months. Reheat or cook it right from frozen at 350°F. If frozen and unbaked, it will take around 60-75 minutes to heat all the way through. Alternatively, you can thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
We love to serve this with some cilantro, chopped lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, and salsa. It goes great with veggie sides, like steamed broccoli and esquites, or serve it with classic refried beans.
Notes from the Test Kitchen
This Dorito casserole is so good y’all! It’s such an effortless weeknight meal, and the leftovers are super yummy. This casserole has become so popular in our home. It’s often asked for and the plates are always clean!
How to Make Dorito Casserole Step by Step
Sauté the Beef: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray and set aside. In a large frying pan, sauté 1 pound of ground beef with 1 chopped yellow onion. When almost done, stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Pour off any grease. Season the Beef: Add 1 teaspoon of ground chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and ¼-½ teaspoon of ground black pepper. Make the Filling: Stir in 12 ounces (1 can) of evaporated milk, 14.5 ounces (1 can) of diced tomatoes, 4 ounces (1 can) of diced green chilies, 2 teaspoons of hot sauce (if using), and 2 teaspoons of beef bouillon. This will be soupy, but the liquid will soak up while it bakes. Layer the Casserole: Using a large slotted spoon, spread half of the meat and tomato mixture over the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Without opening the Dorito chips bag, slightly crush 9.75 ounces (1 bag) of chips. Divide the chips equally and spread half of the chips on top of the meat. Sprinkle on 1 cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese over chips. Bake the Casserole: Make another layer of meat and chips, then moisten the top chip layer with whatever liquid is left in the frying pan. Top with the remaining cup of cheese and bake for 14-5 minutes, until bubbling. Don’t let the chips burn. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro or chopped lettuce and chopped tomatoes, if desired. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and hot sauce to taste.
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