The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever Recipe

This family-favorite King Ranch Chicken recipe is a comforting classic, perfect for chilly evenings! Our creamy, cheesy casserole is loaded with tender chicken, spicy Rotel, and corn tortillas, baked to bubbly perfection. Get ready for a taste of pure comfort food.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 411 kcal
Protein 35g
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Ingredients for The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever

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How to Make The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Dice 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into small bite-sized cubes. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in 1 tbsp ground cumin and 1 tbsp chili powder; cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Pour 1/2 cup chicken broth into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained), 10.75 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup, and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Mix well.
  5. Layer 6-8 corn tortillas on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Spread the chicken and soup mixture evenly over the tortillas.
  7. Sprinkle 1/2 cup diced yellow onion over the chicken mixture.
  8. Top with 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  9. Repeat layers (tortillas, chicken mixture, onion, cheese) until the dish is filled, ending with a cheese topping.
  10. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

63g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever?

The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever?

The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever has approximately 411 calories per serving, with about 35 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 40 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever?

The key ingredients for The Best King Ranch Chicken Ever are Chicken Tenderloins, Corn Tortillas, Mexican Blend Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Ground Cumin, Chili Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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