Chicken and Stuffing Casserole: Easy Southern Comfort Dinner Recipe
This Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is a classic Southern comfort dish featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy sauce, and a golden, buttery stuffing crust. It’s quick to prepare, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat or Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 package (6 oz) seasoned stuffing mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (for stuffing)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, thawed (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and 1/2 cup chicken broth until smooth.
- Stir the seasoned chicken into the creamy sauce. Add optional vegetables or cheese if desired.
- In a third bowl, mix stuffing mix, melted butter, 1/2 cup chicken broth, parsley, and sage until evenly moistened.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly. Top with stuffing mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden and edges are bubbling. For a softer crust, cover with foil for the first 20 minutes, then uncover for the last 10-15 minutes.
- Check for doneness: stuffing should be lightly crisp and sauce hot throughout. If dry, drizzle with extra broth and bake 5 more minutes.
- Let casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For gluten-free, use gluten-free stuffing mix and soup. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream and butter with coconut yogurt and olive oil. Add vegetables or cheese for extra flavor. Let casserole rest before serving for best texture. Assemble ahead and refrigerate for easy meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 730
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 22
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