Mexican White Trash Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Layers
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1 bag Nacho Doritos, lightly crushed
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2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie recommended)
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2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
→ Creamy Filling
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1 can cream of chicken soup
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1 can Ro'tel tomatoes with green chilies
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½ cup sour cream
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½ cup milk
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½ package taco seasoning
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, Ro'tel tomatoes, sour cream, milk, and taco seasoning. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
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Spread half of the crushed Doritos evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
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Spoon half of the chicken mixture over the Dorito base layer.
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Add remaining crushed Doritos, followed by the rest of the chicken mixture. Finish with a generous layer of shredded cheese on top.
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Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden and crispy.
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Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally garnish with additional crushed Doritos, chopped green onions, or a dollop of sour cream.
# Notes:
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For crispier texture, avoid crushing Doritos too finely
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Use store-bought rotisserie chicken to save preparation time
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Adjust spiciness by selecting mild, medium, or hot Ro'tel tomatoes
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Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-packaged varieties