Easy King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Health score
6%
Easy King Ranch Chicken Casserole
60 min.
8
772kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love, look no further than this Easy King Ranch Chicken Casserole! This comforting dish combines the rich flavors of rotisserie chicken, zesty tomatoes with green chiles, and a creamy sauce, all layered with crunchy taco shells and topped with melted sharp Cheddar cheese. It's a delightful fusion of Tex-Mex flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 60 minutes. With a hearty serving size of eight, it’s ideal for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week ahead. The vibrant colors of the diced vegetables and fresh cilantro add a beautiful touch, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Whether you serve it as a main course, side dish, or lunch, this King Ranch Chicken Casserole is sure to impress. The combination of tender chicken, creamy soup, and the crunch of taco shells creates a delightful texture that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, the optional garnishes of sour cream and lime wedges elevate the dish, adding a refreshing finish. Dive into this easy-to-make casserole and enjoy a taste of comfort food that brings everyone together!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 20 oz canned tomatoes diced with green chiles, undrained canned
  • 1.3 cups bell pepper diced green red frozen (from 10-oz bag)
  • servings cilantro leaves fresh sour chopped
  • 51.5 oz cream of chicken soup canned
  • 12.5 oz old el taco dinner kit 
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded (from 2-lb chicken)
  • 12 oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook frozen vegetables in butter 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. In medium bowl, mix cooked vegetables, soup, tomatoes and 1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix (from dinner kit).
  3. Break taco shells (from dinner kit) into pieces.
  4. Layer 1 1/2 cups of the chicken in baking dish. Top with half of the soup mixture and 1 cup of the cheese. Top with half of the tortilla pieces. Repeat layers once. Top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  5. Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  6. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  7. Garnish with cilantro, sour cream and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories772kcal
Protein21.8%
Fat54.14%
Carbs24.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.63
Glycemic Load
18.65
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.40739122681%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.1mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:772.34kcal
38.62%
Fat:46.7g
71.85%
Saturated Fat:21.77g
136.07%
Carbohydrates:46.69g
15.56%
Net Carbohydrates:45.14g
16.41%
Sugar:24.96g
27.73%
Cholesterol:147.17mg
49.06%
Sodium:1931.88mg
83.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:6.2mg
2.07%
Protein:42.32g
84.64%
Calcium:406.98mg
40.7%
Phosphorus:330.11mg
33.01%
Vitamin C:25.53mg
30.94%
Selenium:17.79µg
25.41%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.2%
Vitamin A:1095.13IU
21.9%
Copper:0.41mg
20.48%
Iron:3.21mg
17.86%
Zinc:2.26mg
15.06%
Vitamin E:2.13mg
14.23%
Vitamin K:14.89µg
14.19%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.8%
Vitamin B12:0.7µg
11.71%
Potassium:400.47mg
11.44%
Magnesium:45.43mg
11.36%
Vitamin B5:0.92mg
9.2%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.9%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.47%
Vitamin B3:1.58mg
7.89%
Folate:26.88µg
6.72%
Fiber:1.55g
6.2%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.7%