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Irresistible Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

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A cozy, hearty casserole combining tender chicken, savory stuffing, and a creamy base, perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Easy to prepare and full of comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 6 cups dry stuffing mix (savory herb-flavored like Stove Top or homemade breadcrumbs with herbs)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup or homemade cream sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, diced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional but recommended)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Finely chop the onion and celery, and mince the garlic. Set aside.
  3. In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy but not runny.
  5. In another bowl, mix dry stuffing mix with 3 tablespoons melted butter until evenly coated.
  6. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the dish.
  7. Sprinkle the buttered stuffing mixture on top, pressing lightly to form a crumbly layer.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the stuffing topping is golden brown and crispy and the filling is bubbly.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

If stuffing browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. For extra crispy topping, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching carefully. Use warm chicken to prevent sour cream and soup from separating. Substitute dairy-free or gluten-free ingredients as needed. Leftover turkey can be used instead of chicken.

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Keywords: chicken casserole, stuffing casserole, comfort food, easy dinner, cozy meal, weeknight dinner, potluck recipe

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