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Classic King Ranch Chicken
60 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
6Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
450 kcalCalories
35 gProtein
25 gCarbs
22 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic King Ranch Chicken

Traditional dish · Tex-Mex

A beloved Tex-Mex casserole featuring layers of tortillas, chicken, and a creamy, cheesy sauce, baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

Servings6
  • Chicken breasts2 lbs
  • Corn tortillas12
  • Cream of chicken soup2 (10.5 oz) cans
  • Diced tomatoes1 (14.5 oz) can
  • Diced green chilies1 (4 oz) can
  • Onion1 medium
  • Bell pepper1 medium
  • Butter1/4 cup
  • Cheddar cheese2 cups, shredded
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Wateras needed

Steps

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Boil or bake chicken breasts until cooked through. Shred the chicken.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and bell pepper until softened.

  4. 4

    Stir in cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes (undrained), and diced green chilies. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Add the shredded chicken to the sauce and mix well.

  6. 6

    Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer half of the corn tortillas on the bottom.

  7. 7

    Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas.

  8. 8

    Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

  9. 9

    Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and the other 1 cup of cheddar cheese.

  10. 10

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.

  11. 11

    Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

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