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Mexican White Trash Casserole

  • Author: Ava Garrison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings

Description

A comforting, creamy Tex-Mex casserole made with shredded chicken, green chiles, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
  • 3 cups crushed tortilla chips (divided)
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (for topping)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, green chiles, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Mix well.
  3. Spread 1.5 cups of crushed tortilla chips in the bottom of the baking dish.
  4. Spoon the chicken mixture evenly over the chips.
  5. Top with remaining chips and the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let rest for 5-10 minutes. Top with diced tomatoes, chopped bell peppers, and cilantro if using.
  8. Serve warm.