King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
King Ranch Chicken Casserole
70 min.
8
366kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious, hearty meal that's perfect for family gatherings or a weeknight dinner, look no further than King Ranch Chicken Casserole. This gluten-free dish is not only comforting and satisfying but also quick to prepare, taking just 70 minutes from start to finish. With its rich combination of flavors, including tender chicken, creamy soups, and a hint of spice from chili powder, this casserole is sure to become a staple in your household.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and versatility. Layered with tortilla pieces and shredded Cheddar cheese, each bite is a delightful burst of flavors that your family and friends will love. Plus, this dish is adaptable to various dietary needs, making it a crowd-pleaser for everyone at the table. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, King Ranch Chicken Casserole is bound to impress.

Not only is this casserole delicious and satisfying, but it’s also freezer-friendly, allowing you to prepare it in advance for those busy days. Simply freeze your leftovers for up to a month, and when you're ready to indulge again, just thaw and bake! So, gather your ingredients and let’s make a comforting casserole that will warm the hearts and bellies of all who enjoy it.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • cups meat from a rotisserie chicken cooked chopped
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 10.8 ounce cream of chicken soup undiluted canned
  • 10.8 ounce cream of mushroom soup undiluted canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • large bell pepper green chopped
  • large onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded divided
  • 10 ounce tomato and chiles diced green canned
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Saut onion and bell pepper in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in chicken and next 7 ingredients; remove from heat.
  2. Tear tortillas into 1-inch pieces; layer one-third of tortilla pieces in bottom of a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Top with one-third of chicken mixture and 2/3 cup cheese. Repeat layers twice.
  3. Bake at 350 for 30 to 35 minutes.
  4. Note: Freeze casserole up to 1 month, if desired. Thaw in refrigerator overnight, and bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories366kcal
Protein22.69%
Fat48.02%
Carbs29.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.06
Glycemic Load
9.72
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.771739187448%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.24mg
Luteolin
0.97mg
Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
4.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:365.87kcal
18.29%
Fat:19.75g
30.38%
Saturated Fat:7.91g
49.45%
Carbohydrates:27.11g
9.04%
Net Carbohydrates:23.37g
8.5%
Sugar:2.88g
3.2%
Cholesterol:59.55mg
19.85%
Sodium:846.7mg
36.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.99g
41.98%
Phosphorus:361.64mg
36.16%
Selenium:19.91µg
28.44%
Vitamin C:22.77mg
27.59%
Calcium:254.21mg
25.42%
Vitamin B3:4.21mg
21.06%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.95%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.37%
Zinc:2.75mg
18.31%
Vitamin A:814.41IU
16.29%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.43%
Fiber:3.74g
14.95%
Magnesium:55.65mg
13.91%
Copper:0.26mg
13%
Vitamin K:13.25µg
12.62%
Potassium:395.26mg
11.29%
Iron:1.88mg
10.44%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.82%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.72%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.58%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.24%
Folate:24.13µg
6.03%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes