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Easy King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Easy King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and full of Tex-Mex flavor, this easy King Ranch Chicken Casserole layers tender chicken, tortillas, and a zesty sauce. Perfect for weeknights or sharing with a crowd.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 10.5 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies include juices
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup sour cream optional
  • 4 cup shredded cooked chicken
  • 8 oz corn tortillas cut into strips
  • 3 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 tsp kosher salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for garnish, optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5–6 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Cook 30 seconds.
  • Whisk in both soups, tomatoes with juices, broth, and sour cream.
  • Simmer 2 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Fold in shredded chicken and warm through.
  • Layer half the tortilla strips in the dish. Spread half the chicken mixture over.
  • Scatter half the cheese on top. Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, sauce, and cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake until bubbling and lightly browned, 12–15 minutes.
  • Rest 10 minutes. Finish with cilantro and serve warm.

Notes

Swap corn tortillas for tortilla chips for a crunchier top, or add a handful of frozen corn to the sauce. Leftovers reheat well: chill up to 3 days or freeze tightly wrapped for 2 months; thaw and warm covered at 350°F.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy King Ranch Chicken Casserole flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.