Here’s a cozy, classic recipe for a Chicken and Stuffing Casserole—perfect for a weeknight dinner or leftover makeover!
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 (6 oz) box of stuffing mix (or homemade stuffing)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth (or water, if using boxed stuffing)
- ½ cup sour cream (optional, for creaminess)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter, melted (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish. - Prepare the Stuffing:
- If using boxed stuffing, prepare according to package instructions but reduce liquid slightly so it’s not too soggy.
- If homemade, just make your favorite batch.
- Mix the Chicken Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream (if using), mixed vegetables, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until well mixed.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Spread half of the stuffing in the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Layer the chicken mixture on top.
- Cover with the remaining stuffing.
- Optional: sprinkle shredded cheese on top and drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until the top is golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve:
- Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Pair with a simple salad or steamed vegetables for a full meal.
💡 Tips:
- You can use leftover turkey in place of chicken for a post-holiday twist.
- Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- For a crockpot version, layer everything (except cheese) in a greased slow cooker and cook on low for 3–4 hours, then top with cheese in the last 10–15 minutes.
If you want, I can also make a foolproof creamy version with a shortcut using only 5 ingredients that still tastes like a classic comfort dish. Do you want me to do that?
