Mexican Chicken is a family favorite, and we rarely have leftovers!
Mexican Chicken Recipe
Mexican Chicken is a Family Favorite, and we RARELY have leftovers!
In fact, now that my boys are all in or approaching the teenage years, I now have to DOUBLE this recipe, using a 9×13 size pan.
I can only imagine it’ll get worse the older they get!
I have also heard this recipe (or variations of it) referred to as Doritos Chicken or Rotel Chicken.
My mom started making this for us when I was very young.
To begin, gather all of your ingredients.
Next, Spray your pan with non-stick cooking spray.
Layer Doritos in the bottom of the pan.
Layer Shredded Chicken on top of Doritos.
Next, mix together the soups, spices, seasonings, and onions.
For the onions, just chop one up, saute it until it’s clear, and add to the mixture.
My crew enjoys this with chopped jalapenos added.
Pour the mixture over the chicken.
Bake for 35 minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Serve, and enjoy!
They also enjoy it if I use Ground Beef instead of Chicken.
Mexican Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 Bag Doritos
- 3 Cooked Chicken Breasts shredded
- 2 Cans Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup
- 1 Can Rotel
- 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
- 2 Cups Shredded Cheese
Instructions
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 447Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 1804mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 32g
These are a few of the items I find useful in my own kitchen when preparing this Mexican Chicken Recipe:
Crock-Pot Cook & Carry 6-Quart Oval Portable Manual Slow Cooker | Stainless Steel (SCCPVL600S)
Pyrex Basics 3 Quart Glass Oblong Baking Dish with Red Plastic Lid -13.2 INCH x 8.9inch x 2 inchCuisinart CTG-00-BG Boxed Grater365 Ways to Cook Chicken: Simply the Best Chicken Recipes You’ll Find Anywhere!Betty Crocker The Big Book of Chicken (Betty Crocker Big Book)Easy Mexican Food Favorites: A Mexican Cookbook for Taqueria-Style Home CookingThe Enchilada Queen Cookbook: Enchiladas, Fajitas, Tamales, and More Classic Recipes from Texas-Mexico Border Kitchens
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Angela Francis
Sunday 21st of November 2021
What do you use the Crock-Pot for? To cook the chicken breasts?
Karen
Sunday 21st of November 2021
Yes! I cook the chicken in the crock pot, when time allows. Otherwise I use a rotisserie chicken and shred the meat to use in the casserole :)
Michael
Tuesday 22nd of June 2021
How would you recommend i adjust this to make in an instant pot on pressure or slow cook setting? I will be using a rotisserie chicken, my oven is messed up so this is my only option
Karen
Tuesday 22nd of June 2021
I have not tried to do this, so I'm not sure. I do have a recipe for Instant Pot Poached Chicken to cook the chicken & shred, this recipe only needs to bake about 35 minutes before adding cheese, I don't think the Instant Pot would save much time.
Mya Murphy
Tuesday 1st of October 2013
I am NOT a HUGE fan of Mexican. My husband is, but I believe this recipe would be a BIG hit for both of us.
ANN*H
Thursday 8th of November 2012
Always on the look out for new recipes to make with chicken. This sounds like a good one that we all will like. Looks like a fairly easy recipe to make. I will have to make this for a dinner when I invite others over for supper.
Nena Sinclair
Tuesday 16th of October 2012
Wow, this looks so good!! This is the type of recipe both myself and my kids love! I'll definitely be making this very soon! Thanks for the recipe!!