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Mexican White Trash Casserole Recipe


  • Author: Olivia McKenney
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

A bold and comforting casserole layered with seasoned ground meat, creamy soup, melty cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips. Perfect for potlucks, busy weeknights, or any time you’re craving Tex-Mex flavors in a hearty one-pan dish.


Ingredients

1 lb ground beef or turkey

1 packet taco seasoning

1/4 cup water

1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken or mushroom soup

1 cup sour cream

1 can diced tomatoes or Rotel

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)

4 cups tortilla chips, crushed

Sliced jalapeños (optional)

Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook ground beef or turkey in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water to the meat. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and diced tomatoes. Stir in the seasoned meat.
  5. Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish. Top with half of the meat mixture, then half of the shredded cheese. Repeat layers.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
  7. Garnish with jalapeños and cilantro if desired. Serve hot.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner