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King Ranch Chicken Recipe

A creamy, cheesy Tex-Mex casserole layered with tender chicken, crispy tortilla chips, and a flavorful sauce.
Course Dinner
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4
Author FastPrep Recipes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies Rotel
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 cups tortilla chips lightly crushed
  • Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder until well combined.
  • Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips at the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Spread half of the shredded chicken evenly over the tortilla chips.
  • Pour half of the soup mixture over the chicken, then sprinkle with half of the cheeses.
  • Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla chips, chicken, soup mixture, and cheeses.
  • When the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is golden brown, it has been baked for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. If preferred, garnish with green onions or fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Use hot diced tomatoes with green chilies or add a dash of cayenne pepper for a spicier version.
  • Gluten-free? Use gluten-free soups and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information:

  • Calories: 450
  • Fat: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g