King Ranch Chicken Casserole
User Reviews
4
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Additional Time
15 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
303 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
King Ranch Chicken Casserole
Description
This recipe begins by sautéing chopped bell peppers and onions in butter to soften flavors. Cream of chicken and mushroom soups are added along with diced tomatoes, chilies, and cooked chopped chicken, creating a creamy and flavorful filling. The casserole is assembled in layers, starting with shredded tortillas, the chicken mixture, and cheddar cheese repeated three times, ending with cheese on top. Baking uncovered at 325°F for 30 to 40 minutes allows the casserole to heat through and cheese to melt and slightly brown.
The texture balances soft tortillas soaked with savory sauce, tender chicken pieces, and melted cheese that adds richness. The diced tomatoes and chilies contribute a slight tang and mild heat that permeates the dish. This casserole is filling and suitable for family dinners or potlucks.
Serve warm as a main dish, optionally accompanied by simple side salads or vegetables to balance the richness. The layering technique ensures well-distributed flavors and textures throughout the dish.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup bell pepper any color, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 10.75 ounces cream of chicken soup condensed
- 10.75 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes undrained (traditionally Rotel is what is used
- 14.5 ounces chilies undrained (traditionally Rotel is what is used
- 2 cups chicken breast cooked, and chopped
- 6 flour tortilla cut into bite-size pieces, 12-inch
- 3 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add peppers and onions and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they begin to soften.
- Add Cream of Mushroom soup, Cream of Chicken soup, diced tomatoes & chilies, and chicken to the peppers and onions and mix together.
- Spray 13 x 9 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Add 1/3 of tortilla strips to bottom of the dish, followed by 1/3 of the chicken and soup mixture, and 1 cup of cheese. Repeat this two more times, ending in cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 303 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 303kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 878mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 329mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 755IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 14.3mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 285mg | 29% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4
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