King Ranch Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: King Ranch Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 medium button mushrooms sliced; 3 stalks of celery sliced; 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (10 3/4 oz); 1/2 cup grated cheddar or fiesta mix cheese; 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 1 can Rotel brand tomatoes (10 oz, other tomatoes with chilies may be substituted); 6 to 8 corn tortillas; 2 tbsp butter; 2 clove garlic mined (small or to taste); 1 chicken thigh & leg quarter

Servings: persons

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Prep is 20 minutes, but you'll need 40 minutes to an hour for baking.
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Place the chicken into a sauce pan with enough water to cover it.
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Salt & pepper the water well.
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I like to add some garlic or onion too.
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Bring to a boil & cook for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
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Set aside & let the chicken cool.
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Retain liquid in a bowl.
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When the chicken has cooled shred the meat off of the bone.
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Discard bones & skin.
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In a frying pan saute the celery, mushrooms, & garlic in the butter until tender & fragrant.
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This can be done while the chicken cooks.
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Transfer the sauteed vegetables to a mixing bowl.
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Add the condensed soup undiluted, chicken, Rotel tomatoes, & red pepper flakes (optional).
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Fold the ingredients together.
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Prepare an 8x8 pan or similar baking dish.
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Preheat oven to 350F Fahrenheit.
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Dip each corn tortilla into the broth reserved from the chicken.
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Then make a single layer in the pan.
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(As you would for lasagna) Then place 1/2 of the chicken mixture onto the tortillas, spread evenly.
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Repeat steps for another layer of tortillas & mixture.
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Cover with foil and bake for 20 to 30 minutes.
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Then remove foil, sprinkle with cheese & continue to bake for 20 to 30 more minutes or untli center is hot.
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Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

361

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 medium button mushrooms sliced, 3 stalks of celery sliced, 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (10 3/4 oz), 1/2 cup grated cheddar or fiesta mix cheese, and more.

Yes, King Ranch Chicken Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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