Easy Chicken & Stuffing Casserole

If you’re looking for a comfort food dish that is cozy, creamy, and completely satisfying, then this Easy Chicken & Stuffing Casserole is the perfect recipe. It combines juicy chicken, a creamy sauce base, vegetables, and fluffy stuffing topping, all baked together until golden and bubbly.

It’s a classic recipe that tastes like Thanksgiving dinner simplified into a weeknight casserole. With just a few pantry staples and about 40 minutes of cooking, you can serve up a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish the whole family will love.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick to Prepare: Only 10 minutes of prep and the oven does the rest.
• Comfort Food Classic: Tastes like a mini holiday dinner.
• Budget-Friendly: Uses simple ingredients you probably already have.
• Customizable: Add extra veggies or swap proteins to your taste.

🛒 Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works well)
• 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix (e.g., Stove Top)
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, beans)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 casserole dish.
2. Prepare Stuffing: Make stuffing mix according to package instructions. Set aside.
3. Mix Base: In a large bowl, stir together shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, frozen vegetables, and seasonings.
4. Assemble: Spread chicken mixture evenly into prepared casserole dish.
5. Top with Stuffing: Spoon prepared stuffing evenly across the top. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese if using.
6. Bake: Place in oven and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until stuffing is golden and filling is bubbling.
7. Serve: Remove from oven, cool slightly, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

• Pair with a light green salad for balance.
• Serve with cranberry sauce on the side for holiday vibes.
• Add a warm dinner roll or garlic bread for extra comfort.

Easy Chicken & Stuffing Casserole

A cozy, creamy casserole with shredded chicken, veggies, and golden stuffing topping. Easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday-inspired comfort food.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 390

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded, optional
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp onion powder
• salt and pepper to taste
• fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• 9×13 casserole dish
• Oven
• Wooden spoon

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 casserole dish.
2. Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, mix chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, broth, vegetables, and seasonings.
4. Spread mixture into prepared casserole dish.
5. Top evenly with prepared stuffing and sprinkle with cheese if desired.
6. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until stuffing is golden and filling is bubbling.
7. Remove from oven, cool slightly, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

This casserole freezes well before or after baking. Add extra vegetables like broccoli or green beans for variation.

🌟 Pro Tips

• Swap the cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom or celery if preferred.
• Use leftover turkey instead of chicken for a post-holiday meal.
• For a crispier topping, bake stuffing separately for 10 minutes before adding on top.