🍗 Easy Chicken & Stuffing Casserole: Creamy, Comforting & Done in One Dish

This is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution! Our Easy Chicken & Stuffing Casserole combines tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce, all topped with a buttery, savory stuffing crust. It's the definition of comfort food, tastes like a Sunday dinner, and, best of all, everything comes together in one single baking dish—making cleanup an absolute breeze.

Prep time is minimal, especially if you use a rotisserie chicken, meaning you can have a hot, hearty meal on the table faster than you can order takeout!

👨‍🍳 Recipe Details

🛒 Ingredients

For the Creamy Chicken Base

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cut into bite-sized pieces (a rotisserie chicken is perfect!)
• 2 (10.5 oz) cans condensed cream of chicken soup (or one cream of chicken and one cream of celery)
• ½ cup milk (whole milk recommended)
• ½ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor)
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp dried thyme (optional, for extra savory depth)
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, optional but recommended)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For the Stuffing Topping

• 1 (6 oz) box dry stuffing mix (Chicken or Savory Herb flavor, such as Stove Top)
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch (3-quart) casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray or butter. Set aside.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Base

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, and dried thyme (if using). Season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Fold in the cooked, shredded chicken and the frozen mixed vegetables until everything is well combined and coated in the creamy sauce.
3. Transfer the chicken mixture to your prepared casserole dish, spreading it into an even layer on the bottom.

Step 3: Prepare the Stuffing Topping

1. In a separate medium bowl, pour the melted butter over the dry stuffing mix.
2. Using a fork or spoon, gently toss and stir the mix until all the bread crumbs are evenly coated with the butter. Do not prepare the stuffing according to the package directions—we are using it dry for a crispy crust.

Step 4: Assemble and Bake

1. Sprinkle the buttered stuffing mix evenly over the top of the creamy chicken base, making sure to cover the entire surface.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the creamy filling is bubbly around the edges and the stuffing topping is golden brown and crispy.

Step 5: Rest and Serve

1. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the creamy sauce to set up slightly and prevents the casserole from being too runny.
2. Serve hot and enjoy this ultimate one-dish comfort meal!

✨ Tips & Variations

• Make it Cheesy: Stir 1 cup of shredded cheddar or Colby Jack cheese into the creamy chicken mixture before adding the topping for a wonderfully cheesy base.
• Swap the Soup: If you're out of cream of chicken, you can substitute with cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup.
• Add Extra Flavor: Sauté ½ cup of diced onion and ½ cup of diced celery in a tablespoon of butter before adding them to the creamy base for a richer, deeper flavor profile.
• Use Raw Chicken (Adjusted Method): If using raw, diced boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (about 1.5 lbs), you will need to increase the bake time. Place the raw chicken in the dish first, season, spread the creamy sauce over it, top with stuffing, and bake, covered with foil, for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes uncovered until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of $165^\circ\text{F}$ or $74^\circ\text{C}$).

🍽️ What to Serve With It

This casserole is a meal in itself, but it pairs wonderfully with a simple, fresh side to balance the richness:

• Fresh Green Salad: With a light vinaigrette.
• Steamed Green Beans or Broccoli: Tossed with a little lemon and garlic.
• Cranberry Sauce: For a touch of holiday flavor!

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