Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 unit

Chicken Breasts

Boneless and Skinless

1 pinch

Garlic Powder

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

1.5 tbsp

Olive Oil

Divided

1 unit

Onion

Chopped

0.5 cup

Celery

Chopped

1 unit

Jalapeno Pepper

Seeded and Minced

4 clove

Garlic

Minced

1 tsp

Cumin

1 tsp

Oregano

2 tsp

Chili Powder

10 ounce

Rotel

Mild

1.5 cup

Chicken Broth

8 ounce

Cheez Whiz

3 ounce

Cream Cheese

Softened

10.5 ounce

Cream of Mushroom Soup

Reduced Sodium

10 ounce

Doritos

Crushed

4 ounce

Cheddar Cheese

Grated

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 2
~4 min

Season chicken breasts with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~4 min

Cook chicken in a large skillet with olive oil until almost cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Step 4
~4 min

Let the chicken rest.

Step 5
~4 min

Shred the cooked chicken.

Step 6
~4 min

In the same skillet, saute onion, celery, jalapeno pepper, and garlic with salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, and chili powder until softened.

Step 7
~4 min

Add Rotel and chicken stock to the skillet, stirring to deglaze the pan.

Step 8
~4 min

Transfer the sauteed vegetables and liquid to a large bowl.

Step 9
~4 min

Add Cheez Whiz, cream cheese, cream of mushroom soup, shredded chicken, and any accumulated juices to the bowl.

Step 10
~4 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 11
~4 min

Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking oil spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~4 min

Reserve a handful of crushed Doritos for topping.

Step 13
~4 min

Spread half of the remaining crushed Doritos in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~4 min

Cover the Doritos with half of the chicken mixture.

Step 15
~4 min

Repeat layers with the remaining Doritos and chicken mixture.

Step 16
~4 min

Sprinkle the reserved crushed Doritos and cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.

Step 17
~4 min

Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Step 18
~4 min

Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 19
~4 min

Serve with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, lettuce, and tomato.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of black beans for extra flavor and fiber.

Top with green onions for a fresh garnish.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the spice level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with sour cream and salsa.

Garnish with chopped tomatoes and lettuce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Corn on the cob
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Game Day

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Potluck
Game Day

Popularity Score

70/100

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