Cheesy, melty, crunchy heaven all baked up in a dish. This Dorito casserole brings together ground beef, cheddar, tomatoes, and crunchy chips into one glorious bite. Perfect for feeding a crowd or an easy family dinner!
1can(284g)diced tomatoes (such as Rotel)undrained (10 oz/284g)
1can(298g)cream of mushroom soup(10.5 oz/298g)
1bag(300g)Doritos Originalabout 10-11 oz (283-311g)
2cups(200g)shredded cheddar cheesedivided, plus more if desired
Equipment
Large skillet
9x13 baking dish
wooden spoon
Aluminum foil
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray.
In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add chopped onions and ground beef. Cook until beef is browned and onions are soft, breaking it up with a spoon (about 7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
Stir in taco seasoning, then add the diced tomatoes (with juices) and cream of mushroom soup. Mix well. Simmer for about 5 minutes, until slightly thickened. Add a splash of water if mixture becomes too thick.
Roughly crush the Doritos (about 2/3 of the bag) and scatter an even layer in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Spoon a third of the beef mixture over the Doritos, then sprinkle on chopped cheddar.
Repeat layers with more crushed Doritos, another third of the beef mixture, and more cheese. Continue layering, finishing with any remaining cheese on top.
Cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake 15-20 minutes more, until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and golden.
Remove from the oven and let rest 5-10 minutes before serving for best texture and easiest serving.
Notes
For extra heat, use spicy taco seasoning or hot Rotel tomatoes. For vegetarian version, swap beef for canned black beans and corn. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in microwave or oven at 350°F. Casserole can be assembled and frozen before baking for up to 2 months.