12 Dorito Recipes So Crunchy, You’ll Never Eat Them Straight from the Bag Again
Doritos are already the ultimate crunchy snack, but why stop at eating them straight from the bag? These bold, cheesy chips can take your favorite dishes to the next level—think crispy coatings, cheesy casseroles, and even outrageous Dorito-infused nachos. In this list, we’re sharing 12 insanely crunchy Dorito recipes that will change the way you snack forever. Get ready to crush, bake, and sprinkle your way to flavor-packed meals that are anything but ordinary!
Doritos Taco Salad

Delicious Tex-Mex Doritos Taco Salad is loaded with ground beef taco meat, kidney beans, cheese, green onions, avocado, tomatoes and Nacho Cheese Doritos. It’s a family favorite that we like to serve at potlucks and family dinner on hot summer nights!
Doritos Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese
This cheesy Doritos chicken casserole is tasty enough for any night of the week. It’s a creamy casserole loaded with cream cheese and shredded chicken, then topped with crispy Nacho Cheese Doritos. The Doritos make an amazing cheesy crust that turns the humble casserole up a notch. A fun and delicious meal that’ll put a smile on everyone’s face.
Doritos Casserole with Ground Beef
This easy Dorito Casserole full of tender ground beef, veggies, and lots of cheese. Perfect for a busy weeknight and especially Taco Tuesday.
Mexican Trash Casserole
Inspired by Texas Trash Dip with a Mexican food twist, this Mexican Trash Casserole is a yummy recipe to make for Taco Tuesday or even Game Day.
Aunt Sue’s Doritos Taco Salad
This Dorito’s Taco Salad recipe is famous in our family, known to us as “Aunt Sue’s Taco Salad,” it’s always present at our family gatherings. This easy recipe is full of yummy fresh veggies, beans, lean ground beef, and shredded cheese, then, right before serving crunchy Doritos are mixed in, and tossed with a tangy Italian dressing. Switch up your Taco Tuesday, and serve this delicious salad as a quick and easy meal- your whole family is sure to give it rave reviews!
Chicken & Doritos Casserole
Layers of refried beans, saucy shredded chicken, cheese, and crushed Doritos make this Chicken and Doritos Casserole perfect for the whole family! If you’re looking for easy recipes, this cheesy casserole is calling your name.
Nacho Cheese Doritos Casserole (With Ground Beef)
This quick and easy nacho cheese Doritos casserole is a family favorite dinner that combines hearty ground beef with crunchy Doritos and more. It’s incredibly easy to make, layered with gooey deliciousness, and never fails to please.
Slow Cooker Doritos Casserole
This Doritos casserole is like chicken enchiladas but with Doritos instead of tortillas! This over the top meal is a crowd-pleaser.
Taco Salad With Cilantro Lime Dressing
This flavorful Taco Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing is so versatile and is delicious any time of the year.
Southwest Ranch Chicken Pasta Salad
This Southwest Ranch Chicken Pasta Salad is loaded with vibrant, flavorful ingredients, tossed with a creamy salsa Ranch dressing and topped off with crushed Doritos®. A fun choice to make and take to any summer gathering.
Dorito Chicken Casserole
Dorito Chicken Casserole is a fun, easy dinner you can make in half an hour. It’s full of flavor, and is perfect for game day watch parties or an easy weeknight meal.
Doritos Chicken Tenders
These Doritos Chicken Tenders will earn you a gold star from your kids. This easy dorito chicken tenders recipe requires 4 ingredients total!