Easy Mexican White Trash Casserole: Bold, Cheesy & Fast
Hearty, cheesy, and unapologetically indulgent, Mexican White Trash Casserole is comfort food at its boldest—featuring juicy meat, spicy chilies, creamy sauce, crunchy chips, and loads of melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey or shredded chicken)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies (10 oz)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips (or Doritos)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup queso dip
Instructions
1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
3. Drain excess fat, then stir in the chopped onion and garlic. Cook for 2 more minutes.
4. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and mix well.
5. In a bowl, whisk together Rotel tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and black pepper.
6. Pour the sauce into the skillet with the seasoned meat and stir to combine.
7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
8. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
9. Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips at the bottom of the dish.
10. Pour half of the meat mixture over the chips.
11. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly over the meat layer.
12. Repeat the layers with the remaining chips, meat mixture, and the final cup of shredded cheese.
13. Drizzle queso dip evenly over the top.
14. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
15. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
16. Garnish with jalapeños, cilantro, diced avocado, and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Swap out ground beef for turkey or shredded chicken for a lighter version. Use flavored Doritos for extra cheesy crunch. Leftovers reheat well and make for an easy next-day lunch.