Description
King Ranch Chicken Casserole is a delightful blend of creamy chicken, zesty tomatoes, and spices that creates a comforting dish perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. With layers of flavor and a crunchy topping of tortilla chips, this casserole is sure to impress your loved ones. Easy to prepare and great for meal prep, it’s a must-try recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (undrained)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and cook the chicken until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from pan and let rest.
- Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in the same skillet until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Shred or chop the cooked chicken and combine it in a mixing bowl with diced tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, cumin, chili powder, half of the cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips in the prepared baking dish followed by half of the chicken mixture. Repeat layering with remaining chips and chicken mixture.
- Top with remaining cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg