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Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing

In this easy Chicken Casserole with Stove Top Stuffing, tender chicken is smothered in rich creamy gravy and topped with the stuffing of your choice! This recipe can be made in just 30 minutes, so it is a great recipe for busy weeknights!

With this recipe, you are able to have a traditional Sunday dinner without having to do all of the work yourself! Make this delicious recipe for Chicken Casserole with Stove Top Stuffing in no time at all!

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Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing

Why You’ll Love It:

This savory chicken casserole is easy to prepare and full of delicious flavors. This Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing is made with only a few ingredients, and it only takes a few minutes to prepare. This all-in-one casserole saves you from spending hours in the kitchen making dinner.

In 30 minutes or less, you can prepare chicken stuffing casserole, the ultimate comfort food. It can even be assembled ahead of time!

Ingredients That You’ll Need:

  • Boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Stuffing mix
  • Cream of mushroom soup
  • Sour cream
  • Salt and pepper

Should I use Cubed Stuffing or Traditional for the Casserole?

For this Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing, I prefer cubed stuffing because it holds up well and has more structure than traditional stuffing! However, it doesn’t matter what you choose – both will be delicious!

Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing
Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing

How Do I Make Shredded Chicken at Home?

Using a crockpot is the easiest way to make shredded chicken at home.

  1. Place 3 lbs of boneless, skinless (about 4 large) chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker, season them with 1 teaspoon each of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, and add 1 cup of chicken broth or water.
  2. Cook on the low setting for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  3. After the chicken is fully cooked, it will be very tender, and you will be able to easily shred it with a fork or with an electric hand mixer.

Since 3 lbs of chicken will make 6 cups of shredded chicken, you will have leftovers. You can use the chicken in other recipes or freeze it in a freezer-safe bag to use later on.

How to Make Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Use non-stick cooking spray to spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
  3. Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add them to the baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper or seasoning salt if you wish. Set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the stuffing mix with the hot water until evenly moistened. Set aside.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup and the sour cream, stirring until smooth.
  7. Spread the sour cream mixture over the chicken.
  8. Add the stuffing mixture on top of the chicken.
  9. Bake the Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing for 25 to 30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken registers 160 degrees Fahrenheit on an instant-read thermometer.
  10. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

What to Serve With Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing

What Other Casserole Recipes Can I Try?

You have many options to choose from when it comes to making casseroles, so take a look at these ones to see which suit your taste the best:

What Can I Substitute For Cream of Mushroom Soup in this Casserole?

It is best to substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken, as it produces similar results as far as taste and texture are concerned and it is also gluten-free. Alternatively, cream of broccoli, celery, or potato, and sour cream or yogurt can be substituted.

How to Reheat Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing in the Air Fryer

The Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing may be reheated in an air fryer for 3 to 4 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. However, it is delicious warm or cold.

Recipe Variations

  • You don’t like mushrooms? Cream of mushroom soup can be substituted with cream of chicken soup.
  • Do you love cheese? To make this classic casserole recipe even more cheesy, top the soup and sour cream mixture with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Replace the stove top stuffing mix with your own homemade stuffing.
  • In place of sour cream, Greek yogurt is a great addition to the soup.
  • You can also make your own cream of chicken soup if you like.
  • As an alternative to cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery or cream of chicken soup can be used.
  • Make this recipe more interesting by substituting boneless pork chops for the chicken.
  • Leftover turkey is perfect for this!
  • Use a different stuffing mix for a different taste. The recipe calls for chicken stuffing, but cornbread stuffing or any other savory stuffing would work well, as well.
  • It’s quick and easy to make using leftover chicken breast or rotisserie chicken. It only takes 10-15 minutes to bake until it is heated through.
  • Try using two cans of condensed mushroom soup rather than just one if you want a creamier casserole.
  • To ensure easy cleanup, spray your casserole pan with cooking spray before adding your ingredients.
  • To make this dish an all-in-one dish, you can add canned green beans to the diced chicken.
  • Make sure you use hot water for your stuffing. Otherwise, it won’t soften properly.

FAQ Section

Can You Make Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing Ahead of Time?

Yes, I think that’s one of the best things about this delicious casserole! In fact, you can prepare Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing ahead of time and then freeze it or refrigerate it before or after baking it, and then bake it when you are ready to serve it.

How Do You Store Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing?

In case there are leftovers of this amazing Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing, either transfer them to an airtight container or cover them with cling film or aluminum foil. When stored properly, the casserole should last up to 4 days in the fridge.

How Do You Freeze Leftover Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing?

Make sure to allow your Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing to cool to room temperature, and then place it in an airtight container or wrap it tightly and transfer it to the freezer. Your Chicken Casserole With Stuffing will last for up to 3 months.

How Do You Reheat Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing in the Oven?

You should preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and then put the Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing in the oven for about 20 to 30 minutes, or until it’s fully reheated! If the casserole looks like it’s over-browning or drying out, put a sheet of aluminum foil on top to help protect the dish.

How Do you Reheat Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing in the Microwave?

If you prefer, you can microwave individual servings for 30 seconds to 1 minute until hot, or reheat the entire Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing dish at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 15 minutes.

Can You Use Chicken Broth Instead of Water for Stove Top Stuffing?

Yes, both are fine. You can also add 2 to 4 tablespoons of butter to the stuffing and water (as instructed on the package), but I usually don’t add the butter and it’s still very tasty.

Can You Use Leftover Turkey in Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing?

Yes, absolutely! You can make this Chicken Casserole with Stove Top Stuffing with leftover turkey from Thanksgiving.

What is Cream of Chicken Soup?

Cream of chicken soup is a thick, flavorful condensed soup made of chicken stock and cream. It’s an easy way to create a versatile sauce! Even though you can make your own cream of chicken soup, using the canned version makes dinner faster and easier!

Can I Use Chicken Thighs Instead of Chicken Breasts?

Yes, just make sure that before adding the cream soup to the chicken thighs you trim all of the fat off of them.

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Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

  • Calories 420
  • Total Fat 15 g
  • Cholesterol 80 mg
  • Sodium 990 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 35 g
  • Dietary Fiber 3 g
  • Sugars 5 g
  • Protein 31 g
  • Vitamin A 30%
  • Vitamin C 6%
  • Calcium 8%
  • Iron 15%

Nutrition Facts Source: Source

Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 25 minutesRest time: 5 minutesTotal time: 35 minutesServings:6 servingsCalories:420 kcal Best Season:Available

Description

In this easy Chicken Casserole with Stove Top Stuffing, tender chicken is smothered in rich creamy gravy and topped with the stuffing of your choice! This recipe can be made in just 30 minutes, so it is a great recipe for busy weeknights!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Use non-stick cooking spray to spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
  3. Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add them to the baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper or seasoning salt if you wish. Set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the stuffing mix with the hot water until evenly moistened. Set aside.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup and the sour cream, stirring until smooth.
  7. Spread the sour cream mixture over the chicken.
  8. Add the stuffing mixture on top of the chicken.
  9. Bake the Chicken Casserole With Stove Top Stuffing for 25 to 30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken registers 160 degrees Fahrenheit on an instant-read thermometer.
  10. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You don’t like mushrooms? Cream of mushroom soup can be substituted with cream of chicken soup.
  • Do you love cheese? To make this classic casserole recipe even more cheesy, top the soup and sour cream mixture with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Replace the stove top stuffing mix with your own homemade stuffing.
  • In place of sour cream, Greek yogurt is a great addition to the soup.
  • You can also make your own cream of chicken soup if you like.
  • As an alternative to cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery or cream of chicken soup can be used.
  • Make this recipe more interesting by substituting boneless pork chops for the chicken.
  • Leftover turkey is perfect for this!
  • Use a different stuffing mix for a different taste. The recipe calls for chicken stuffing, but cornbread stuffing or any other savory stuffing would work well, as well.
  • It’s quick and easy to make using leftover chicken breast or rotisserie chicken. It only takes 10-15 minutes to bake until it is heated through.
  • Try using two cans of condensed mushroom soup rather than just one if you want a creamier casserole.
  • To ensure easy cleanup, spray your casserole pan with cooking spray before adding your ingredients.
  • To make this dish an all-in-one dish, you can add canned green beans to the diced chicken.
  • Make sure you use hot water for your stuffing. Otherwise, it won’t soften properly.
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Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 420
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 990mg42%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 5g
Protein 31g62%

Vitamin A 30 IU
Vitamin C 6 mg
Calcium 8 mg
Iron 15 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.