Description
Dive into the comforting layers of King Ranch Chicken Casserole, a delightful blend of tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and melted cheese that transforms any meal into a special occasion. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. In just under an hour, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 pound)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (4 oz) green chiles
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the boneless chicken breasts and season with spices until cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with diced tomatoes (with juice), green chiles, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheese until well combined.
- Layer half of the tortilla chips in the prepared baking dish, followed by half of the chicken mixture. Repeat with remaining chips and topping off with the rest of the chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese on top and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg