Mexican White Trash Casserole 🌮🧀🥘

By: Rabia

Crunchy Doritos, creamy chicken (or beef), zesty Rotel, and loads of melted cheese — a Tex-Mex inspired comfort casserole that’s quick, cheesy, and totally irresistible!

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Servings & Timing

  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 25–30 minutes

  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Dietary Badges:

  • Comfort Food

  • Family-Friendly

  • Potluck Favorite

✅ Ingredients

  • 1 bag Nacho Doritos, crushed

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken or browned ground beef

  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby Jack, or Mexican blend)

  • 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of chicken soup

  • 1 can Rotel tomatoes (undrained)

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • ½ cup milk

  • ½ packet taco seasoning (adjust to taste)

📖 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Heat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  2. Make filling: In a large bowl, mix chicken/beef, soup, Rotel, sour cream, milk, taco seasoning, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Stir until combined.

  3. Assemble layers: Spread half the crushed Doritos in the bottom of the dish. Spoon the filling mixture evenly on top. Sprinkle remaining Doritos, then top with the rest of the shredded cheese.

  4. Bake: Place in oven and bake 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly, and cheese is fully melted.

  5. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions, jalapeños, or cilantro if desired. Serve hot!

🔑 Notes

  • Chicken makes it creamy, beef makes it hearty — both work great.

  • Use Nacho Cheese Doritos for classic flavor, but Cool Ranch or Spicy Nacho are fun twists.

  • To cut richness, serve with a fresh side salad or salsa.

🌟 Variations

  • Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños, hot Rotel, or extra chili powder.

  • Loaded Style: Mix in black beans, corn, or olives for more Tex-Mex flair.

  • Creamier: Add an extra ½ cup sour cream for ultra-rich filling.

  • Low-Carb Hack: Replace Doritos with crushed pork rinds or keto tortilla chips.

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❄️ Storage

  • Fridge: Store covered for up to 3 days.

  • Freezer: Wrap tightly (unbaked or baked) and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in oven until bubbly.

💌 Final Notes

This Mexican White Trash Casserole is a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing comfort dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or game-day spreads. Cheesy, crunchy, and packed with Tex-Mex flavor — it’s the kind of casserole that disappears fast!

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