Have you ever made a casserole with Doritos? This Doritos Casserole in the Microwave is the ultimate comfort food for the busy soul (or a hungover college student). This recipe take the bold, cheesy punch of Doritos and transforms them into a gloriously gooey layered casserole. It’s perfect for a stressful day, a rainy night in, or when those comfort food cravings hit.
updated 5/7/24
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Looking for a quick and easy dinner that tastes heavenly? This cheesy Dorito Casserole you can make right in the microwave is just what you need! This casserole will feed a family of 4, and it’s perfect to add your favorite taco toppings.
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What ingredients do you need to make a Dorito Casserole in the Microwave?
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You just need a few ingredients:
- Nacho Cheese Doritos – 9-10 oz bag
- 15 oz can chili, no beans
- 3/4 cup milk or evaporated milk – You can use regular milk, but I like using evaporated for the flavor.
- 1 can Campbell’s Cheddar Cheese Soup – You can also use 1 cup of cubed Velveeta.
- 1/4 cup salsa – use your preferred level of heat – mild, medium, hot, etc.
- 8 oz shredded cheese – I recommend either a mixture of cheese like cheddar jack, colby jack, or just sticking with a cheese with bite like sharp cheddar.
How do you make a Dorito Casserole in the Microwave?
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In a medium bowl combine the chili, evaporated milk, salsa, and cheese soup. Mix until it is well combined.
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In a 7 x 11 microwave-safe baking dish, spray the sides and bottom with non-stick oil spray.
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Crush enough Doritos to cover the bottom of the pan. Don’t crush them until they are crumbs, just small broken chip sizes.
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Pour half the chili mixture over the Doritos.
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Sprinkle cheese over the chili mixture.
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Add another layer of Doritos on top of the cheese.
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Pour the second half of the chili mixture over the top.
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Sprinkle with cheese.
Microwave on HIGH for about 3-4 minutes. Check the center, if it’s still cold, microwave another 2-3 minutes.
The baking process softens the Doritos, so if you want that crunch, I recommend adding another layer of crushed Doritos on top, if desired.
Serve with favorite taco toppings such as:
- shredded lettuce
- tomatoes
- onions
- cilantro
- jalapenos
- sour cream
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Need a side dish or two to make with your Dorito Casserole? Here’s a few ideas:
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Dorito Casserole in the Microwave
Ingredients
- Nacho Cheese Doritos - 9 oz bag
- 15 oz can chili, no beans
- 3/4 cup milk or evaporated milk
- 1 can Campbell's Cheddar Cheese Soup
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 8 oz shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a medium bowl combine the chili, evaporated milk, salsa, and cheese soup. Mix until it well combined.
- In a 7 x 11 microwave-safe baking dish, spray the sides and bottom with non-stick oil spray.
- Crush enough Doritos to cover the bottom of the pan. Don't crush them until they are crumbs, just small broken chip sizes.
- Pour half the chili mixture over the Doritos.
- Sprinkle cheese over the chili mixture.
- Add another layer of Doritos on top of the cheese.
- Pour the second half of the chili mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Microwave on HIGH for about 3-4 minutes. Check the center, if it's still cold, microwave another 2-3 minutes.
- Crush another layer of Doritos on top, if desired.
- Serve with favorite taco toppings.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 616Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 1486mgCarbohydrates: 50gFiber: 5gSugar: 8gProtein: 24g
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