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king ranch chicken

King Ranch Chicken is a Tex-Mex casserole layered with shredded chicken, creamy soups, zesty Rotel tomatoes, and melted cheese between corn tortillas. Quick to assemble, it bakes into a golden, bubbly comfort dish perfect for weeknights or gatherings. Top with cilantro or sour cream, and visit ‘Meatpies Blog’ for pro tips!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • ½ onion, diced
  • ½ bell pepper, diced
  • ½ can cream of chicken soup
  • ½ can cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ can Rotel tomatoes (diced with green chilies)
  • 3-4 corn tortillas, cut into quarters
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
  • Optional: Fresh cilantro, sour cream

Method
 

  1. Cook the Base: Sauté diced onion and bell pepper until tender. Stir in cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and Rotel tomatoes. Simmer 5 minutes.
  2. Layer & Assemble: In a greased dish, layer corn tortillas, shredded chicken, sauce, and cheese. Repeat layers, ending with cheese.
  3. Bake & Serve: Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes until bubbly. Rest 5 minutes, then garnish with cilantro or sour cream.

Notes

Use leftover canned soups/Rotel within 3 days or freeze for later!