King Ranch chicken casserole
A Texan favourite of layered tortillas, chicken, peppers and a creamy cheesy sauce baked until bubbling.
- Time1 hr
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.08 a head
- Oven190°C (170°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan). Heat the oil in a pan and cook the onion and pepper for 7 minutes until soft.
7 min - 2
Add the tomatoes, cumin and chilli powder and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the cream and half the cheese, then the chicken.
5 min - 3
Spread a thin layer of the sauce in a baking dish. Cover with half the tortillas, then half the remaining chicken mixture.
- 4
Repeat with the rest of the tortillas and chicken mixture, finishing with the remaining cheese.
- 5
Bake for 30 minutes until golden and bubbling. Rest for 5 minutes and serve with lime.
30 min
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