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Creamy King Ranch Chicken Casserole

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A creamy, cheesy, and flavorful King Ranch Chicken Casserole that is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (about 450g)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 298 ml) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 298 ml) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup (240 ml) salsa, mild or medium heat
  • 2 tablespoons diced jalapeños (optional)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 200g)
  • 1 cup Mexican blend cheese (about 100g)
  • 1 can (4 oz / 113g) diced green chiles
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth
  • 6 small (6-inch / 15 cm) soft flour tortillas, cut into strips or wedges
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) butter, melted
  • Optional herbs: fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Cut 6 small flour tortillas into strips or wedges. Toss them in a medium bowl with 2 tablespoons melted butter until evenly coated. Spread half the strips in the bottom of the baking dish to create the first layer.
  3. In a large bowl, combine shredded rotisserie chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, salsa, diced green chiles, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeños if using. Stir in chicken broth to loosen the mixture slightly if it feels too thick.
  4. Spread half of the chicken mixture evenly over the tortilla strips in the baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup Mexican blend cheese over the chicken layer.
  5. Add the remaining tortilla strips on top, then spread the rest of the chicken mixture and cheeses evenly over the top layer.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the top bubbles and turns golden brown and the tortilla strips crisp up. If cheese browns too fast, cover lightly with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes to set and allow flavors to meld.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas or gluten-free wraps. For dairy-free, use dairy-free cream soups and cheese alternatives. Adding crushed tortilla chips on top before baking adds extra crunch. Letting the casserole rest after baking helps flavors meld and makes serving easier.

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