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Doritos Taco Casserole
Caroline

Doritos Taco Casserole

A hearty, crowd-pleasing casserole made with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, enchilada sauce, melted cheese, and layers of crunchy Nacho Cheese Doritos. Perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
  • 1 bag (9.25 oz) Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro, diced onions

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with chilies (including liquid), refried beans, and enchilada sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Spread half of the crushed Doritos evenly over the bottom of the baking dish. Pour the beef mixture over the chips.
  5. Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the top of the beef layer.
  6. Add the remaining crushed Doritos evenly across the top.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is bubbling.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top with your favorite garnishes like sour cream, salsa, or cilantro.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, sprinkle fresh crushed Doritos on top just before serving.
  • Adjust spice level by using mild or spicy taco seasoning.
  • Double the recipe for large gatherings or family events.
  • Leftovers make an excellent filling for burritos or taco bowls.