Magical 30-Minute Dorito (Printer-Friendly)

Quick Dorito casserole with seasoned beef, cheddar layers, and bold Tex Mex flavors, ready in half an hour.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 1 pound ground beef

→ Seasonings and Sauces

02 - 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
03 - 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
04 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cheddar cheese soup
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk

→ Crunchy Layers

06 - 3 cups crushed Doritos chips

→ Cheese

07 - 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

# Steps to Make This:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, break up and cook the ground beef until fully browned and most juices evaporate, about 7 minutes.
02 - Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, cheddar cheese soup, and milk. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 5 minutes to meld flavors and slightly thicken sauce.
03 - Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Evenly spread half of the crushed Doritos to form a crunchy base layer.
04 - Spoon the hot beef mixture over the Doritos base and use a spatula to distribute into an even layer.
05 - Cover with remaining crushed Doritos and sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly on top. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes until cheese bubbles and browns lightly.
06 - Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow layers to set for easier slicing and serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Crush Doritos just before layering to maintain crispiness.
02 - Shred cheese fresh from block for optimal melt and flavor.
03 - Can be made ahead and reheated; freezes well in portions.
04 - Let cool slightly before serving to help layers set.