This King Ranch Chicken Casserole II is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a family dinner. Packed with delicious layers of chicken, tortillas, cheese, and a creamy sauce, this casserole is sure to please everyone. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. Serve it with a side of refried beans and a fresh salad for a complete meal that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until softened.
- Add the cooked chicken, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for a few minutes until the chicken is coated with the spices.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and sour cream.
- Spread a thin layer of the sauce mixture on the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place 4 corn tortillas on top of the sauce, covering the bottom of the dish. Tear the tortillas if needed to fit.
- Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the chicken.
- Repeat the layers: sauce, tortillas, chicken, and cheese.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Enjoy this delicious King Ranch Chicken Casserole II with your favorite sides.