Ingredients
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Gathering ingredients for this recipe is like collecting pieces of a beloved family tradition. Each item plays its part in recreating the comforting flavors I grew up with.
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 bag (10 oz) Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
If you’re looking for a twist, try swapping the cheddar for pepper jack cheese for a spicier kick or using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter version. It’s all about making the dish your own, much like how Mama Lou would always adjust her recipes based on what she had on hand.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This gives you the perfect time to reminisce about family stories while the kitchen warms up.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chopped onion, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well blended.
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of crushed Doritos at the bottom, using about one-third of the bag.
- Spoon half of the chicken mixture over the layer of Doritos, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture.
- Add another layer of Doritos, followed by the remaining chicken mixture and cheese.
- Top with the remaining crushed Doritos for that signature crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. The aroma will remind you of those evenings spent in Mama Lou’s cozy kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International