Ultimate King Ranch Chicken Casserole
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
372 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Ultimate King Ranch Chicken Casserole
Description
This King Ranch Chicken Casserole assembles cooked shredded chicken blended with sautéed onions and green peppers, cream of chicken and mushroom soups, Rotel diced tomatoes, and spices including chili powder and garlic powder. The mixture is layered alternately with cut corn tortillas and shredded cheddar cheese in a greased baking dish. Baking at 350°F melts the cheese and melds the layers into a cohesive casserole with a rich, creamy texture.
The casserole offers a comforting combination of tender chicken seasoned with mild Tex-Mex spices, softened corn tortillas replacing traditional noodles, and gooey melted cheddar. The layering technique provides a mix of creamy and slightly firm textures that stand up well to serving.
This dish works well as a main course for weeknight dinners or gatherings, served alongside a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for balance.
Ingredients
- 1 onion *diced
- green pepper *diced
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 lb chicken *boneless/skinless, cooked and shredded
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 10 oz ROTEL
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- black pepper *to taste
- 14 corn tortillas *cut into small pieces
- 2 cups cheddar cheese *shredded
Instructions
- Add oil to a skillet and saute the onion and green pepper for about 5 minutes.
- Add in cooked, shredded chicken.
- Mix in the cream of chicken, cream of mushroom, Rotel, chili powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Cut tortillas into small pieces.
- Grease a 9 x 13 baking pan.
- Layer 1/3 of the tortillas pieces on the bottom of the pan.
- Top with 1/3 chicken mixture and 2/3 cup shredded cheese.
- Repeat layer 2 times, ending with the cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven, 350, for about 30 minutes.
- Remove and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 372 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 372kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 907mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 324mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 507IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 266mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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