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King Ranch chicken

Texas casserole layering corn tortillas, chicken, tomatoes with green chiles, cheese and a creamy pepper sauce.

Time
75min
Steps
5
King Ranch chicken, photographed from above

Ingredients

8 servings

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Contains milk and wheat.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Cook vegetables in butter, stir in flour, then stock; simmer until thick.

    2. 2

      Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chiles, spices, sour cream and chicken.

    3. 3

      Layer tortillas, chicken mixture and cheese in the dish, three times.

    4. 4

      Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 30–35 minutes until bubbly and the centre reaches 74°C (165°F).

    5. 5

      Rest 10 minutes; top with cilantro.

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