King Ranch Chicken Casserole
INGREDIENTS
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1 (4 1/2- to 5-lb. ) whole chicken
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2 celery ribs, cut into 3 pieces each
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2 carrots, cut into 3 pieces each
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2 1/2 to 3 tsp. salt
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped
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1 garlic clove, pressed
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1 (10 3/4-oz.) can cream of mushroom soup
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1 (10 3/4-oz.) can cream of chicken soup
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2 (10-oz.) cans diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon Mexican-style chili powder*
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3 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese
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12 (6-inch) fajita-size corn tortillas, cut into 1/2-inch strips
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