Description
Chicken and stuffing casserole is a cozy, all-in-one dish made with tender chicken, creamy soup, savory stuffing, and optional vegetables. It’s a comforting and simple meal perfect for busy nights or using up leftovers.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 1 box (6 oz) chicken-flavored stuffing mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream or mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup butter
- Optional: 1–2 cups frozen mixed vegetables or peas and carrots
- Optional: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Stir in cooked chicken and frozen vegetables, if using.
- Prepare stuffing mix according to package instructions using butter and hot water or broth.
- Spread chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Spoon prepared stuffing over the top and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until hot and bubbly. Add shredded cheese in the last 5 minutes if desired.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and extra flavor.
- Swap cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or celery for variation.
- Add green beans or broccoli for a veggie boost.
- For a Thanksgiving twist, use leftover turkey and serve with cranberry sauce.
- To reheat, add a splash of broth if the casserole seems dry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
