Description
King Ranch Chicken Casserole is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a creamy sauce, layered with crunchy tortilla chips. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, transforming everyday ingredients into a magical meal bursting with flavor. With its rich textures and vibrant presentation, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 sweet onion, chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken in oil until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from heat and shred.
- Sauté garlic, onion, and bell pepper in the same skillet until softened (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, sautéed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, half of the crushed tortilla chips, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with remaining tortilla chips.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg