Description
Dolly’s Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with creamy soup and sour cream, topped with buttery stuffing for a golden, crunchy finish. Perfect for family dinners, this easy-to-make casserole combines classic flavors with a simple prep and bake method.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1½ cups frozen mixed vegetables or chopped green beans (optional)
Stuffing Topping
- 1 (6 oz) box stuffing mix (such as Stove Top)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Mix the Chicken Base: In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, poultry seasoning, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Chicken and Vegetables: Fold in the shredded or cubed cooked chicken along with the frozen mixed vegetables or chopped green beans if using. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even layer.
- Prepare Stuffing Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the dry stuffing mix with the melted unsalted butter. Stir well until the stuffing is fully coated in butter and crumbly.
- Add Stuffing Layer: Sprinkle the buttered stuffing mix evenly over the top of the chicken mixture to create a crispy topping.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the stuffing is golden brown and the casserole bubbles around the edges.
- Rest and Serve: After baking, let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes to set. Serve warm and enjoy your comforting meal.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
- For a more flavorful dish, sauté the vegetables before adding them to the mixture.
- This casserole freezes well; assemble it ahead of time and bake when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
