Description
A warm, bubbling casserole with golden, crisped stuffing on top and tender shredded chicken in a creamy base, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 2–3 cups; use roasted or rotisserie)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or mayonnaise)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix (dry)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup frozen peas and carrots or sautéed mushrooms
- Optional: 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- Optional: 1–2 teaspoons dried thyme or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream (or mayo), and chicken broth. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- Prepare the stuffing mix according to package instructions, using slightly less water for a drier consistency.
- Spoon the prepared stuffing evenly over the chicken mixture and drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Great for beginner cooks, this easy casserole is perfect for busy weeknights and easily reheats for lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 343
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg