Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Chicken

whole

1 can

Mushroom Soup

condensed

1 can

Cream of Chicken Soup

condensed

1 can

Ro-Tel

chopped

0.5 lb

Velveeta Cheese

shredded

1 unit

Onion

chopped

1 tsp

Garlic Salt

1 tsp

Chili Powder

1 unit

Bell Pepper

chopped

1 pkg

Plain Doritos

crushed

0.5 lb

Mozzarella Cheese

shredded

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~7 min

Prepare a large casserole dish or a 9x13-inch cake pan.

Step 3
~7 min

In a bowl, combine mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chopped Ro-Tel, garlic salt, and chili powder.

Step 4
~7 min

Chop the onion and bell pepper, and add them to the soup mixture.

Step 5
~7 min

Shred the Velveeta cheese and add it to the soup mixture. Mix well.

Step 6
~7 min

Place the whole chicken in the prepared casserole dish.

Step 7
~7 min

Pour the soup and cheese mixture over the chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated.

Step 8
~7 min

Crush the plain Doritos and sprinkle them over the top of the casserole.

Step 9
~7 min

Shred the Mozzarella cheese and sprinkle it over the Doritos.

Step 10
~7 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11
~7 min

Let cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of refried beans to the bottom of the casserole for added flavor and texture.

Use rotisserie chicken to save time.

Top with sour cream and guacamole before serving.

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 baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or Spanish rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Guacamole
Sour Cream
Salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

A popular dish at potlucks and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Game Day

Occasion Tags

dinner party
game day
potluck
family dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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