Pioneer Woman King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Pioneer Woman King Ranch Chicken Casserole is made with cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes with chiles, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, chicken broth, corn tortillas, roasted chicken, onions, red bell peppers, yellow bell peppers, jalapenos, sharp Cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. 

This hearty Chicken Tortilla Casserole recipe creates a family dinner that takes about 1 hour to prepare and can serve up to 12 people.

Pioneer Woman King Ranch Chicken Casserole Ingredients

• Butter, for greasing the baking dish
• 1 (10.5-ounce) can of cream of chicken soup
• 1 (10.5-ounce) can of cream of mushroom soup
• 1 (10-ounce) can of diced tomatoes with chiles (such as Rotel)
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 16 corn tortillas, torn into pieces
• 1 roasted whole chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!), cooled and shredded
• 1 large white or yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
• 1 jalapeno, finely diced
• 1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese

How To Make Pioneer Woman King Ranch Chicken Casserole

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter.
2. Mix Soups and Seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and diced tomatoes with chiles, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Stir thoroughly to blend all the ingredients.
3. Layer the Ingredients: Arrange half of the torn tortillas at the bottom of the greased baking dish. Top with half of the shredded chicken, diced onions, red and yellow bell peppers, and jalapeno. Sprinkle half of the Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the vegetables. Evenly pour half of the soup mixture over the layers. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, chicken, vegetables, cheese, and soup mixture.
4. Bake the Casserole: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted.
5. Serving: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Use Fresh Cheese: Grate your own cheese. It melts better and makes the casserole creamy and tasty.
• Make Even Layers: Put the same amount of chicken, tortillas, veggies, and cheese in each layer. This makes every piece just as good.
• Variations: For a fun change, you can roll the filling in corn tortillas to make enchiladas. Or, replace the corn tortillas with cooked lasagna noodles for a Mexican-style lasagna.
• Make the Top Crunchy: After baking, broil the top for a few minutes to make it crunchy. Watch it closely so it doesn’t burn.
• Let It Sit: After baking, wait for 5-10 minutes before cutting. It helps the casserole hold together when you serve it.

What To Serve With King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Chicken Tortilla Casserole goes great with a fresh salad, garlic bread, green beans, and corn on the cob. You can also have it with Spanish rice, refried beans, guacamole, and sour cream for a really tasty meal.

How To Store King Ranch Chicken Casserole

• In the Fridge: Let the casserole cool down, then cover it with wrap or put it in a container with a lid. Keep it in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
• To Freeze: Wrap the casserole well with foil, then put it in a freezer bag or container. Freeze it for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before you reheat it.

How To Reheat Leftover King Ranch Chicken Casserole

• Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Put the casserole in a dish and cover it with foil. Heat it for 15-20 minutes until it’s warm.
• Microwave: Take some casserole and put it in a microwave dish. Cover it loosely with wrap. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stir it once to warm it evenly.
• Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Put the casserole in a dish that fits in the air fryer. Heat it for 5-10 minutes, check it to make sure it doesn’t get too dry.

Pioneer Woman King Ranch Chicken Casserole Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 of 10 servings

• Calories: 547
• Total Fat: 34 g
• Saturated Fat: 13 g
• Carbohydrates: 27 g
• Dietary Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Protein: 33 g
• Cholesterol: 125 mg
• Sodium: 770 mg

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