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Cozy King Ranch Chicken Casserole Easy Creamy Layered Recipe

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A comforting and easy-to-make King Ranch Chicken casserole featuring creamy layers, tender shredded chicken, corn tortillas, and a blend of cheeses. Perfect for cozy nights and family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great for a shortcut)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup (preferably Campbell’s)
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (mild or spicy based on preference)
  • 1 cup sour cream (full-fat recommended)
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped (yellow or white)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
  • 8–10 corn tortillas, cut into strips or quarters
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for sautéing veggies

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and green bell pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained), sour cream, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  4. Fold shredded chicken and sautéed vegetables into the creamy mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
  5. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place a single layer of corn tortilla strips on the bottom, covering the surface but not too thick.
  6. Spoon about a third of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, spreading evenly.
  7. Sprinkle roughly a third of the shredded cheese blend over the chicken layer.
  8. Repeat the tortilla, chicken mixture, and cheese layering two more times, finishing with a cheese layer on top.
  9. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden brown with slightly crisp edges.
  10. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to help it set.

Notes

If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time. Sautéing veggies is important to soften and bring out sweetness. Fresh corn tortillas soften nicely during baking; avoid stale tortillas to prevent toughness. Let casserole rest 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing. Variations include vegetarian, dairy-free, and spice adjustments.

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