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Completed King Ranch Chicken dish, beautifully plated with melted cheese and rice, perfect for effortless cooking.

Minimal Ingredient King Ranch Chicken Recipe for Effortless Cooking

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Discover the ease of this Minimal Ingredient King Ranch Chicken recipe, a delightful Tex-Mex casserole that brings robust flavors to your table without the hassle. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort, making it ideal for novice cooks seeking comfort food.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

  • Cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • Cream of chicken soup
  • Diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel)
  • Corn tortillas, cut into pieces
  • Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, and diced tomatoes and green chilies until well mixed.
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish, layer a third of the corn tortilla pieces on the bottom, and spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas. Repeat the layers with another set of tortillas and the remaining chicken mixture. Top with the rest of the tortillas.
  3. Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the top layer. Bake in a preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is lightly browned. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce for extra spice.
  • Use different cheeses for a flavor twist, like pepper jack.
  • For a vegetarian option, swap chicken for black beans or vegetables.
  • Mix in sour cream or cream cheese for a creamier texture.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Carnivore