Chicken and Stuffing Casserole – Cozy Comfort Food Classic

🎉 Introduction
When it comes to easy comfort food, few recipes are as satisfying as Chicken and Stuffing Casserole. This dish combines shredded chicken, creamy sauce, and savory stuffing into one bubbling casserole. It’s hearty, flavorful, and reminds you of a comforting holiday meal without all the effort.

Perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or Sunday dinners, this casserole is also a fantastic way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Large skillet
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk & spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Oven

🛒 Ingredients

🍗 Meat:

• 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or leftovers work great)

🥦 Vegetables (optional but delicious):

• 1 cup frozen mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn, optional)
• ½ cup onion, finely chopped

🥣 Casserole Base:

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt

🥖 Stuffing Topping:

• 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix (like Stove Top)
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth

🧀 Optional Dairy:

• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional for topping)

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1 – Prepare the Stuffing

1. In a bowl, combine stuffing mix, melted butter, and chicken broth. Let sit 5 minutes to absorb.

Step 2 – Make the Creamy Base
2. In another bowl, whisk cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Stir in shredded chicken (and mixed veggies if using).

Step 3 – Assemble the Casserole
4. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Top with prepared stuffing mixture, spreading evenly.
6. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top if desired.

Step 4 – Bake
7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
8. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.

Step 5 – Serve & Enjoy
9. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 6–8
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: ~50 minutes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 4 days.
• Freeze casserole (unbaked) for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 10–15 minutes.
• Reheat in oven at 350°F for 15–20 minutes, or microwave single portions.

🥄 Variations

• Turkey Stuffing Casserole: Swap chicken for leftover Thanksgiving turkey.
• Veggie-Packed: Add broccoli, green beans, or mushrooms.
• Cheesy Twist: Mix cheese into the chicken layer for extra richness.
• Herb Upgrade: Add fresh thyme or rosemary to stuffing.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I use homemade stuffing instead of boxed?
   Yes, homemade stuffing makes it even more flavorful.
2. Do I need to cook the chicken first?
   Yes — use cooked chicken (rotisserie, boiled, or baked).
3. Can I make it ahead?
   Yes — assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking.
4. What sides go well with this casserole?
   A green salad, roasted veggies, or cranberry sauce.
5. Can I use cream of mushroom soup instead of chicken?
   Yes, it works perfectly.
6. Is this recipe freezer-friendly?
   Yes, freeze before baking for best texture.
7. Can I use turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving?
   Absolutely — it’s a perfect way to repurpose turkey.
8. Does this dish need cheese?
   No, but cheddar adds a melty topping if you like.
9. Can I add rice or pasta?
   Yes, stir 1 cup cooked rice or pasta into the chicken layer.
10. How do I keep stuffing from getting soggy?
    Bake uncovered and let it crisp up in the oven.

🏁 Conclusion
This Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is the ultimate comfort food — creamy, savory, and satisfying with every bite. Whether you’re using rotisserie chicken, leftovers, or fresh-cooked, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a family favorite. Quick enough for weeknights and cozy enough for holidays, it’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.

Adam

Chicken and Stuffing Casserole – Cozy Comfort Food Classic

When it comes to easy comfort food, few recipes are as satisfying as Chicken and Stuffing Casserole. This dish combines shredded chicken, creamy sauce, and savory stuffing into one bubbling casserole. It’s hearty, flavorful, and reminds you of a comforting holiday meal without all the effort. Perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or Sunday dinners, this casserole is also a fantastic way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

🍗 Meat:

• 4 cups cooked chicken shredded (rotisserie or leftovers work great)

🥦 Vegetables (optional but delicious):

• 1 cup frozen mixed veggies peas, carrots, corn, optional
• ½ cup onion finely chopped

🥣 Casserole Base:

• 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt

🥖 Stuffing Topping:

• 1 box 6 oz stuffing mix (like Stove Top)
• ½ cup unsalted butter melted
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth

🧀 Optional Dairy:

• 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded (optional for topping)

Equipment

• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Large skillet
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk & spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Oven

Method

 

Step 1 – Prepare the Stuffing

1. In a bowl, combine stuffing mix, melted butter, and chicken broth. Let sit 5 minutes to absorb.

Step 2 – Make the Creamy Base

1. In another bowl, whisk cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Stir in shredded chicken (and mixed veggies if using).

Step 3 – Assemble the Casserole

1. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Top with prepared stuffing mixture, spreading evenly.
3. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top if desired.

Step 4 – Bake

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.

Step 5 – Serve & Enjoy

1. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
2. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 4 days.

Freeze casserole (unbaked) for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 10–15 minutes.

Reheat in oven at 350°F for 15–20 minutes, or microwave single portions.

🥄 Variations

Turkey Stuffing Casserole: Swap chicken for leftover Thanksgiving turkey.

Veggie-Packed: Add broccoli, green beans, or mushrooms.

Cheesy Twist: Mix cheese into the chicken layer for extra richness.

Herb Upgrade: Add fresh thyme or rosemary to stuffing.

❓ 10 FAQs

Can I use homemade stuffing instead of boxed?
Yes, homemade stuffing makes it even more flavorful.

Do I need to cook the chicken first?
Yes — use cooked chicken (rotisserie, boiled, or baked).

Can I make it ahead?
Yes — assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking.

What sides go well with this casserole?
A green salad, roasted veggies, or cranberry sauce.

Can I use cream of mushroom soup instead of chicken?
Yes, it works perfectly.

Is this recipe freezer-friendly?
Yes, freeze before baking for best texture.

Can I use turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving?
Absolutely — it’s a perfect way to repurpose turkey.

Does this dish need cheese?
No, but cheddar adds a melty topping if you like.

Can I add rice or pasta?
Yes, stir 1 cup cooked rice or pasta into the chicken layer.

How do I keep stuffing from getting soggy?
Bake uncovered and let it crisp up in the oven.

🏁 Conclusion
This Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is the ultimate comfort food — creamy, savory, and satisfying with every bite. Whether you’re using rotisserie chicken, leftovers, or fresh-cooked, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a family favorite. Quick enough for weeknights and cozy enough for holidays, it’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.