Description
Mexican White Trash Casserole is a comforting Tex-Mex dish featuring seasoned ground beef layered with crunchy tortilla chips, creamy soups, cheeses, and a spicy blend of tomatoes and chilies baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make casserole delivers bold flavors and a satisfying blend of textures, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 (11-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
Dairy
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Other
- 3 cups crushed tortilla chips or Doritos
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Beef and Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and onions are soft. Drain any excess grease for a less oily dish.
- Season Meat Mixture: Stir in the taco seasoning and water into the cooked beef mixture. Cook until it slightly thickens, enhancing the flavors.
- Mix in Soups and Vegetables: Remove the skillet from heat. Add diced tomatoes with green chilies, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, corn, diced green chilies, and half of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Assemble Casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread a layer of crushed tortilla chips on the bottom of the dish. Pour the beef and soup mixture evenly over the chips.
- Top with Chips and Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining crushed chips over the beef mixture, then top with the rest of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses to create a cheesy crust.
- Bake: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted and golden brown on top.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to sit for 5–10 minutes after baking to set before slicing and serving for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or use a spicy taco seasoning packet.
- Substitute ground turkey or shredded chicken for a different protein option.
- Serve topped with chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or avocado to add freshness and additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
