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King Ranch Chicken

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Description

A hearty casserole filled with shredded chicken, creamy soups, and spices, perfect for cozy family dinners.


Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
  • 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup
  • 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 medium corn tortillas, torn into pieces
  • 3 cups shredded cheese (blend of cheeses like sharp cheddar, Mexican blend, or Monterey Jack)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, optional chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chiles, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Layer half of the torn corn tortillas in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, followed by half of the soup mixture, and half of the shredded cheese.
  6. Repeat the layers, ending with a sprinkle of cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving, and optionally garnish with chopped cilantro.

Notes

Let the casserole rest after baking to help the layers set. You can customize cheese blends for different flavors.