King Ranch Chicken Recipe Joanna Gaines

by Live to Cook

King Ranch Chicken is a classic Tex-Mex casserole that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for feeding a crowd. This dish features layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, cheese, and tortillas, all baked to golden perfection. It's a comforting and delicious meal that is sure to become a family favorite!

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
1 small onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup chicken broth
12 corn tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions: How to Cook King Ranch Chicken Joanna Gaines

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes with green chilies, onion, red bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Layer 6 corn tortillas on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, overlapping as needed.
Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the King Ranch Chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

This King Ranch Chicken recipe is a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks. The layers of flavors and textures make it a comforting and satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.