How to Make King Ranch Chicken Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

King Ranch Chicken Casserole is a beloved Tex-Mex dish that has been a staple in Southern kitchens for decades. This flavorful casserole is a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for feeding a crowd or for a weeknight family dinner.

Originating in Texas, King Ranch Chicken Casserole is a true Southern classic that is loved for its creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy flavors. It is named after the well-known King Ranch, one of the largest ranches in the world, and the dish has...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
  • 1 (3 pound) cooked chicken, torn into shreds or cut into chunks
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 10 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into quarters

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Saute onion and bell peppers in the hot oil until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add both cans of condensed soup, diced tomatoes with chile peppers, chicken broth, sour cream, cumin, ancho chile powder, oregano, and chipotle chile powder; mix until sauce is well-combined.
  • Spread a few tablespoons of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer with 1/2 of the chicken, 1/2 of the sauce, 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese, and 1/2 of the tortillas.
  • Spread the remaining chicken over the tortillas. Spread all but 1/2 cup of the remaining sauce over the chicken, then top with another 1/3 of the Cheddar, and the remaining tortillas. Spread the remaining 1/2 cup over top, and sprinkle with the remaining Cheddar.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 40 minutes.
  • Turn on the broiler and broil until the top is golden, 2 to 3 more minutes.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    479 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 100mg
    • Sodium: 890mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 276mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 407mg