Pat'S King Ranch Chicken Recipe

Name: Pat'S King Ranch Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 1/2 to 4 lb.) broiler-fryer, cut up; 1 (10 oz.) pkg. corn tortillas; 1 large onion, thinly sliced or chopped; 1 large green pepper, chopped; 2 c. (8 oz.) Monterey or Cheddar cheese; 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. garlic salt; 1 can cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1 can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted; 10 oz. can diced tomatoes and green chilies

Servings: persons

1
Cook chicken in boiling water to cover for 45 minutes or until tender.
2
Remove chicken, reserving 3 cups of broth in a Dutch oven.
3
Let chicken cool, then skin, bone and cut into bite-size pieces.
4
Set aside.
5
Bring reserved broth to a boil.
6
Cut tortillas into quarters and dip into broth for 5 seconds to soften.
7
Set aside.
8
Place half of tortillas in a lightly greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
9
Layer with half each of chicken, onion and green pepper.
10
Repeat layers.
11
Sprinkle top with cheese, chili powder and garlic salt.
12
Combine soups and spread over cheese. Top with undrained tomatoes.
13
Bake at 350u00b0 for 45 minutes or until cooked through.
14
For a slightly different flavor, you may marinate the chicken overnight in Italian dressing and pineapple chunks.

943

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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: 1 (3 1/2 to 4 lb.) broiler-fryer, cut up, 1 (10 oz.) pkg. corn tortillas, 1 large onion, thinly sliced or chopped, 1 large green pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Pat'S King Ranch Chicken 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.

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Pat'S King Ranch Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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