Description
Comfort meets convenience in this classic chicken and stuffing casserole, a hearty dish that brings warmth to family dinners. Layers of tender chicken, savory herbs, and golden stuffing create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
Soups and Creamy Base:
- 1 10.5 ounces (298 grams) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- 1 10.5 ounces (298 grams) can cream of celery soup (or second can of mushroom)
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 cup chicken broth
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 6 ounces (170 grams) box stuffing mix (like Stove Top)
- 0.5 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (fresh or canned, drained)
- 0.25 cup chopped celery (optional for extra crunch)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella, optional)
- 0.25 cup chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup, sour cream, and chicken broth, whisking until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Fold in the shredded chicken, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the creamy mixture.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt, stirring to distribute the seasonings thoroughly.
- Incorporate sliced mushrooms and chopped celery into the mixture for additional texture and flavor.
- Prepare the stuffing mix according to package instructions, then drizzle melted butter over the top to enhance richness.
- Layer half of the prepared stuffing mixture across the bottom of the greased baking dish, creating an even base.
- Pour the creamy chicken mixture over the stuffing layer, spreading it carefully to create a uniform coverage.
- Top the casserole with remaining stuffing, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top for an extra layer of indulgence.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top is golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and settle.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving for a touch of color and freshness.
- Serve hot, scooping out hearty portions that showcase the layered ingredients and creamy texture.
Notes
- Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream to reduce calories and add protein while maintaining a creamy texture.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick time-saving shortcut that adds extra flavor and eliminates cooking chicken separately.
- Replace boxed stuffing with homemade bread cubes to control sodium and create a more personalized dish that feels like a family recipe.
- Add roasted vegetables like Brussels sprouts or carrots to boost nutritional value and create a more balanced one-dish meal that feels comforting and wholesome.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg