Mexican White Trash Casserole – A Cheesy, Zesty Crowd-Pleaser You’ll Crave Again and Again!
This dish has everything you love about comfort food — creamy layers, zesty flavors, hearty meat, and melty cheese — all baked together into one incredibly easy and satisfying casserole. It’s called “white trash” because it’s simple, low-fuss, and uses everyday ingredients, but don’t let the name fool you — it tastes like a million bucks!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa (your choice of mild, medium, or hot)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 3 cups crushed tortilla chips (or Doritos for extra flavor)
- Optional: sliced black olives, chopped jalapeños, green onions for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13″ casserole dish.
- Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease, then stir in the taco seasoning and salsa. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Mix the creamy layer: In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, corn, and green chiles. Mix until smooth.
- Layer the casserole:
- First, spread a layer of crushed tortilla chips on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spoon half the meat mixture over the chips.
- Add a layer of the creamy mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Repeat the layers, ending with cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
- Top it off with black olives, jalapeños, or green onions if desired. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Info (Per Serving)
| Calories | 410 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Sodium | 750 mg |
Quick Recipe Overview
| Mexican White Trash Casserole | |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 15 mins |
| Cook Time | 30 mins |
| Total Time | 45 mins |
| Servings | 6–8 |
FAQs
Q: Can I use chicken instead of beef?
Yes! Shredded rotisserie chicken works great in place of ground beef.
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Absolutely. Assemble it the night before, refrigerate, and bake when ready.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Q: What chips work best?
Crushed Doritos or regular tortilla chips both work well. Nacho cheese flavored chips add extra kick.
This Mexican White Trash Casserole is a go-to recipe for busy nights, potlucks, or whenever you want something comforting and irresistibly cheesy!
