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King Ranch Chicken Casserole Recipe Easy Homemade Family Favorite

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A comforting Tex-Mex casserole featuring layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for family dinners and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 8–10 corn tortillas, cut into strips or quarters
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 oz can diced green chiles (mild or medium heat)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (can substitute with half-and-half or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded cheese blend (sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced green bell pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toast spices for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, tomato sauce, and heavy cream. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Add shredded chicken and diced green chiles. Stir to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Layer the casserole: spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the dish, add a layer of tortillas, then sprinkle with cheese. Repeat layers ending with a generous cheese layer on top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and cheese is golden and slightly crispy.
  9. Let casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Warm tortillas before layering by wrapping in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 30 seconds to prevent cracking. If sauce is too thin, simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry to thicken. Let casserole rest 10 minutes after baking for easier slicing. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly.

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