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Chicken Stuffing Casserole: Easy Recipe for a Comforting Meal

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Comforting and easy Chicken Stuffing Casserole with a creamy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or potluck!

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1 (6 oz) package stuffing mix (Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned recommended)
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes (optional).
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until lightly browned on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, combine stuffing mix, melted butter, chopped celery, and chopped onion. Pour chicken broth over the mixture and stir well. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread stuffing mixture evenly in the bottom. Arrange cooked chicken pieces over the stuffing.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, and black pepper.
  7. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the chicken.
  8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly golden brown.
  10. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top during the last 5 minutes of baking.
  11. Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add Vegetables: Sauté carrots, mushrooms, or bell peppers with the celery and onion for extra flavor.
  • Soup Substitution: Use cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup instead of cream of chicken.
  • Cheesy Stuffing: Mix shredded cheddar or mozzarella into the stuffing.
  • Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the creamy sauce.
  • Rotisserie Chicken: Use shredded rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. Add 10-15 minutes to baking time.
  • Freezing: Assemble in a freezer-safe dish, cover tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before baking.
  • Crispier Topping: Sprinkle crushed crackers or breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter over the casserole before baking.
  • Cranberry Sauce: Serve with a side of cranberry sauce.
  • Herb Variations: Experiment with sage, thyme, or rosemary in the stuffing.

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