Description
This comforting Chicken and Stuffing Casserole combines tender shredded chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly seasoned stuffing into one hearty, family-friendly dish. Easy to make, budget-friendly, and endlessly satisfying, it’s the ultimate comfort food solution for busy weeknights or holiday leftovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or baked)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream or mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix (herb or cornbread)
- 2 Tbsp melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, paprika, or dried herbs
Instructions
- Preheat: Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Base: In a large bowl, combine chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Layer: Spread chicken mixture evenly into prepared dish.
- Prepare Stuffing: Make stuffing mix with about 10% less liquid than package calls for to avoid sogginess.
- Top & Butter: Spoon stuffing evenly over chicken mixture without pressing down; drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until golden brown and bubbling; internal temp should reach 165°F.
- Rest & Serve: Let casserole rest 10 minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
- Make ahead: assemble up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate; add 10–15 minutes if baking from cold.
- For a lighter version, swap sour cream for Greek yogurt.
- Use turkey instead of chicken for post-holiday meals.
- To freeze: wrap unbaked casserole tightly; freeze up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before baking.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 4 days refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 285
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken and stuffing casserole, comfort food, easy dinner, rotisserie chicken recipe, family meal