Best 7 Spicy King Ranch Chicken Recipes

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Craving a mouthwatering and flavorful dish that packs a spicy punch? Look no further than the tantalizing "Spicy King Ranch Chicken" recipe. This delectable dish combines the creamy richness of traditional King Ranch Chicken with a zesty kick that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you're a spice enthusiast or simply seeking a change from the ordinary, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that blends savory chicken, a creamy sauce, tangy spices, and a golden-brown crust. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to indulge in an explosion of flavors with this remarkable Spicy King Ranch Chicken recipe.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY KING RANCH CHICKEN



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This King Ranch Chicken Casserole recipe is the epitome of cheesy hearty comfort food. It's basically a creamy cheesy chicken enchilada casserole in lasagna form! So easy to mix together and then you just slide it in the oven to bake! Weeknight perfection!

Provided by Jess

Categories     Gluten Free Dinner Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Can Rotel tomatoes, I like the hot variety
1 can cream of Chicken *, Gluten-Free of course!
1 can chicken broth **, Gluten-Free as well
4 cups cubed chicken or you can use two, 12.5 ounce cans of canned chicken!
2 cups shredded cheese, plus some for sprinkling on the top of the dish., I prefer colby-jack for this recipe
1/2 chopped red onion
crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha to taste, we like it spicy and we use both!
Gluten-Free corn tortillas (10-12 depending on the size of tortilla, but one package of tortillas will be enough)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 Fahrenheit.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients (except for the tortillas). Stir to combine.
  • In a 9 x 13 baking dish, layer a single layer of the tortillas on the bottom of the pan.
  • Place 1/3 of the mixture on top of the tortillas. Do this tortilla-mixture layering two more times (so there is 3 layers total of each of the two layers)
  • Sprinkle the top of the casserole with the extra shredded cheese and then bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the chicken pieces are cooked thoroughly. Let sit 5 minutes to cool and set and then enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 98 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 22 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 8 Servings, Sodium 862 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams unsaturated fat

KING RANCH CHICKEN



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Butter, for the baking dish
One 10.5-ounce can cream of chicken soup
One 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
One 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with chiles, such as Rotel
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chicken broth
16 corn tortillas, torn into pieces
1 roasted whole chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!), cooled and torn into chunks
1 large white or yellow onion, finely diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
1 jalapeno, finely diced
1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Make the soup/tomato mixture, which is very bizarre and might scare you off. But please: Be brave and stick with me through this challenging time. You won't be sorry! In a large bowl, combine the soups and diced tomatoes and chiles. Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper and chicken broth. Then--this is the time to be strong--stir it all together. Trust me!
  • Line the bottom of the baking dish with half of the torn tortillas. Layer on half the chicken. Add half the onion, bell pepper and jalapeno. Sprinkle on half the cheese and pour on half the wacky soup mixture. Then repeat the layers, beginning with the rest of the tortillas, and ending with the rest of the you-know-what.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake until bubbling, another 15 minutes.
  • Look at that! Serve it with a salad and a dang hearty appetite.
  • To make ahead and freeze: Fold foil over the unbaked casserole and freeze until solid. Then, lift the foil-topped casserole out of the pan, wrap the whole thing in plastic wrap and freeze until needed. When ready to bake, remove the plastic wrap, put the foiled-topped casserole back into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and thaw. Bake at 350 degrees F following the baking instructions above.

SPICY KING RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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The classic King Ranch chicken casserole is a popular family recipe. The dish is layered with corn tortillas, chicken, cheese, and Tex-Mex seasonings.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 1h2m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 pounds chicken (boneless, cooked)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
12 corn tortillas
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Dash cayenne pepper (or to taste)
2/3 cup chicken stock , divided
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 F (180 C / Gas 4). Lightly grease a 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking pan or 3-quart shallow baking dish.
  • Serve the king ranch casserole with a tossed salad or sliced fresh tomatoes. Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 884 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 32 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPICY KING RANCH CHICKEN



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My Grandmother used to make this when I was a child. When she passed, I found the recipe in one of her old cook books. I have since tweeked it a little bit. I think it has more flavor this way.

Provided by chef sassypants

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon spanish paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite size pieces
2 jalapenos, seeded and diced
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced green bell pepper
4 garlic cloves, diced
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (8 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
1 (10 ounce) can ro tel tomatoes and green chilies
10 corn tortillas, quartered
1 (16 ounce) package Velveeta Mexican cheese, cut into slices
3 cups crushed corn chips (the hint of jalapeno flavored are our favorite)
1 cup shredded cheese

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine paprika, cayenne & black peppers, salt, cumin, chili powder, cilantro and 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix well.
  • Toss chicken in seasoning mix to coat completely. Let stand while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  • In a preheated dutch oven, combine remaining oil, onions, bell pepper, garlic and jalapenos. Cook for 10 minute or until soft.
  • Add chicken to pot and cover, stirring in 5 minute intervals. Until chicken is cooked completely.
  • In a large casserole dish, layer in this order: chicken, cheese, tortillas,.
  • repeat this one more time.
  • Combine soups and rotel tomatoes in a large bowl.
  • Pour over casserole and bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • Top casserole with crushed corn chips and shredded cheese.
  • Return to oven for 5 minutes more. Casserole is done when cheese is melted and bubbly.

KING RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE III



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A spicy, savory baked chicken treat. Food fit for kings!

Provided by Ede

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas
3 cups cooked, diced chicken breast meat
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine the chicken soup, mushroom soup, broth and tomatoes with chiles. Set aside.
  • Lightly grease a shallow 3 quart casserole dish. Layer 1/2 the tortillas, 1/2 the chicken, 1/2 the onion, 1/2 the bell pepper and 1/2 the cheese in the casserole dish. Pour 1/2 of the soup mixture over the layers. Repeat the layers of tortillas, chicken, onion and bell pepper; pour the remaining soup mixture over the top, then top with the remaining cheese. Sprinkle with chili powder and garlic salt and bake for 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 77.4 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1102.3 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

KING RANCH CHICKEN



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Make and share this King Ranch Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TwinTwo821

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (14 ounce) package tortillas
chicken stock
1 large chicken, boiled and pulled from bones
1 large onion, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can Ro-Tel tomatoes
1/2 lb grated cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Soak tortillas in chicken stock just until wilted.
  • Cut chicken into bite size pieces.
  • Alternate the following layers into a 9x13 pan.
  • tortillas, chicken, onion and cheese.
  • Sprinkle chili powder and garlic salt over top.
  • Spread undiluted soups over top of chicken, tortilla layers.
  • Spread Ro-Tel tomatoes over top of soups.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596.8, Fat 35.1, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 119.1, Sodium 1213.5, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 34.5

KING RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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From what I hear, it's impossible to go to any sort of potluck in Texas and not see one of these.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 white onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 cooked chicken, torn into shreds or cut into chunks
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
10 corn tortillas, cut into quarters

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Saute onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in hot oil until warmed through, about 2 minutes.
  • Combine onion-pepper mixture, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, sour cream, cumin, ancho chile powder, oregano, and chipotle chile powder together in a large bowl and stir until sauce is well-combined.
  • Spread a few tablespoons of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread 1/2 the chicken over the sauce. Spread about half the sauce over the chicken and top with 1/3 the cheese. Spread a layer of tortillas over the cheese. Spread remaining 1/2 the chicken over the tortillas, and top with almost all of the remaining sauce, reserving 1/2 cup sauce. Top with 1/3 the cheese, remaining tortillas, the reserved 1/2 cup sauce, and remaining 1/3 cheese.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 40 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to broil. Broil the casserole until top is golden, 2 to 3 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 890.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your dish the best flavor. If possible, try to use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, or about 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a Good Quality Cheese: The cheese you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Use a sharp cheddar cheese or a Mexican blend cheese.
  • Don't Be Afraid to Experiment: This recipe is a great starting point, but feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique dish.

Conclusion:

Spicy King Ranch Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of spicy, cheesy, and creamy flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and tasty dinner, give Spicy King Ranch Chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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