Creamy King Ranch Chicken Casserole
A quick and easy cheesy layered casserole featuring shredded chicken, cream soup, tortillas, and melted cheese, perfect for comforting family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 8 to 10 small or medium flour tortillas
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (Campbell’s preferred)
- 1 can (10 oz) Ro-Tel diced tomatoes and green chilies
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup chopped onion (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cloves minced garlic (optional)
- ½ cup chopped green bell pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and the entire can of Ro-Tel (including juices). Stir until smooth.
- Add sautéed veggies and shredded chicken to the creamy mixture and combine well.
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
- Layer the casserole starting with a single layer of tortillas to cover the bottom. Spread about one-third of the chicken and creamy mixture evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle about ½ cup of mixed cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
- Repeat layering two more times: tortillas, creamy chicken mix, and cheese, ending with a generous layer of cheese on top.
- Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set.
Notes
Sautéing the veggies first enhances flavor and prevents sogginess. Overlapping tortillas slightly helps the casserole hold together. Add a splash of chicken broth between layers if casserole seems dry. Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated overnight; add 10 minutes to baking time if baking from chilled. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas and gluten-free cream soup. For vegetarian, substitute chicken with sautéed mushrooms or beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cass
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 850
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
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