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Chicken & Dressing Casserole

Chicken & Dressing Casserole
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This Chicken & Dressing Casserole is a comforting, hearty, and family-friendly dish featuring tender chicken, savory herbs, and a crispy golden cornbread or herb stuffing topping. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, it bakes in one dish for minimal cleanup and delivers warm, cozy flavors perfect for weeknights or weekends.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Vegetables

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (leftover rotisserie or poached breasts)
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for sautéing and topping)

Base Mixture

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage or thyme (or a mix)

Topping

  • 6 cups stuffing mix (pre-packaged cornbread or herb stuffing)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (to drizzle on top)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken and Veggies: Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and celery, then sauté them in butter over medium heat until soft and fragrant to build a flavorful base.
  2. Combine the Creamy Mixture: In a large bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, sautéed onions and celery, salt, pepper, and herbs. This mixture will keep the casserole moist and flavorful.
  3. Layer the Casserole: Mix the shredded chicken with the creamy base mixture. Transfer everything into a greased casserole dish. Sprinkle the stuffing mix evenly on top, then drizzle melted butter over the stuffing to ensure a golden, crispy topping.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Bake the casserole uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the stuffing is golden brown and crunchy and the filling is bubbling hot. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving for optimal texture.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread cubes if making homemade stuffing for best texture.
  • Gently fold ingredients to keep stuffing light and avoid mushiness.
  • Buttering the stuffing topping is essential for a golden crisp.
  • Add extra broth if the casserole looks dry before baking to maintain creaminess.
  • Let the casserole rest after baking to set it up and make it easier to serve.

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Keywords: chicken casserole, dressing casserole, comfort food, family dinner, one dish meal, easy casserole, chicken and stuffing

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