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Mexican White Trash Casserole

Cheesy and Crunchy Mexican White Trash Casserole Bliss

This Mexican White Trash Casserole is a delicious twist on comfort food, featuring shredded chicken, crunchy Doritos, and gooey cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 oz Nacho Doritos Use medium-sized pieces for the best texture.
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken is recommended for convenience.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend).
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom.
  • 10 oz Ro'tel Tomatoes with Diced Green Chilies Can swap with regular diced tomatoes.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any milk or dairy-free alternative is fine.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Adjust spice level to suit your palate.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Additional Shredded Cheese For an extra cheesy finish.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro Adds flavor and color.
  • 1/4 cup Diced Jalapeños For added spiciness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, Ro'tel tomatoes, sour cream, milk, and taco seasoning. Mix well until creamy.
  3. Layer half of the crushed Nacho Doritos in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
  4. Spoon half of the creamy chicken mixture over the Doritos, spreading it evenly.
  5. Repeat the layering with the remaining Doritos and then add the rest of the chicken mixture on top.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the top layer.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for approximately 35 minutes. Remove foil in the last 10 minutes to allow cheese to crisp.
  8. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving, optionally garnishing with fresh cilantro or jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal texture, use medium-sized Dorito pieces and freshly shredded cheese for the best melting quality.

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