A Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is the ultimate comfort food classic—rich, savory, and wonderfully comforting. It takes the best flavors of a traditional holiday roast dinner and combines them into an easy, family-friendly weeknight casserole that requires minimal effort.
Here is how to make a foolproof, incredibly cozy Creamy Chicken and Stuffing Casserole from scratch using pantry-friendly ingredients.
Ingredients
The Base & Chicken:
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3 to 4 cups cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken, shredded or cubed
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2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
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1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (adds a rich, velvety tang)
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⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp black pepper (and salt to taste)
The Stuffing Topping:
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1 box (6 oz) dry stuffing mix (such as Stove Top chicken flavor)
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1 ½ cups warm chicken broth (to moisten the stuffing)
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¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese or mozzarella (optional, for a gooey cheese layer)
Instructions
1.Prep and Preheat:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
2.Mix the Chicken Base:Stir your shredded cooked chicken directly into the creamy soup mixture until every piece is thoroughly coated.
Fold your shredded or cubed chicken into the creamy sauce. Transfer this mixture into your prepared 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out into an even, uniform layer.
3.Prepare the Stuffing:Toss the dry stuffing mix with melted butter and warm chicken broth in a separate bowl until evenly moistened.
In a medium bowl, combine the dry stuffing mix with melted butter and warm chicken broth. Toss gently with a fork until all the breadcrumbs are moistened and fragrant.
4.Layer and Assemble:Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken layer, then evenly blanket the top with your prepared moist stuffing.
If using cheese, sprinkle it evenly over the creamy chicken layer. Spoon and spread the moistened stuffing mixture evenly across the top, covering the chicken completely.
5.Bake and Serve:Bake uncovered at 350°F for 25 to 30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the stuffing crust is golden brown.
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are bubbling and the top stuffing crust is golden and crisp. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving!
