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King Ranch Chicken

Savory King Ranch Chicken Casserole Recipe in Under 45 Minutes

Discover the deliciousness of King Ranch Chicken, the ultimate comforting casserole that's quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Sauce
  • 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
Assembly
  • 6 oz tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix) divided

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, cook chicken until no longer pink (15-20 minutes). Shred with two forks.
  3. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with diced tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and half of the cheese.
  4. Layer half of the tortilla chips in the baking dish. Top with half the chicken mixture and sprinkle with more cheese. Repeat layers.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 22gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize your King Ranch Chicken with added ingredients like black beans or jalapeños for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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