Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

chicken breasts

boiled and deboned

1 lb

Mexican Velveeta

1 can

Ro-Tel

1 jar

mushrooms

1 bag

Doritos

crushed

1 can

water

1 jar

olives

1 jar

pimentos

1 unit

onion

chopped

1 can

cream of mushroom soup

1 can

cream of chicken soup

Step 1
~10 min

Boil chicken until cooked through.

Step 2
~10 min

Debone the cooked chicken and shred or dice.

Step 3
~10 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 4
~10 min

In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Mexican Velveeta, Ro-Tel tomatoes, mushrooms, half of the crushed Doritos, water, olives, pimentos, chopped onion, cream of mushroom soup, and cream of chicken soup.

Step 5
~10 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 6
~10 min

Pour the mixture into a baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~10 min

Sprinkle the remaining crushed Doritos evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 8
~10 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until heated through and bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of sour cream before baking for extra creaminess.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and green onions after baking.

Use different flavors of Doritos for variation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

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 a side of sour cream and salsa.

Pair with a Mexican-style salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Guacamole
Refried beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

A popular dish in Americanized Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Game day gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Potluck
Game Day
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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