Sandra This Paula Deen Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is a creamy and savory recipe, which is made with chicken and chicken flavored stuffing mix. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 55 minutes.
Paula Deen Chicken and Stuffing Casserole Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 (6 ounce) box chicken flavored stuffing mix
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
How To Make Paula Deen Chicken and Stuffing Casserole
- Prep Oven and Sauce: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the two cans of cream of chicken soup and the milk until smooth.
- Layer the Chicken: Place the chicken chunks into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and stir to make sure each piece is seasoned. Arrange the chicken in a single, even layer.
- Add Soup and Stuffing: Pour the soup mixture over the chicken, spreading it out to ensure all the chicken is covered. Sprinkle the dry stuffing mix from the box evenly over the top of the soup mixture.
- Moisten the Topping: Slowly and evenly drizzle the chicken broth all over the dry stuffing, making sure it all gets moistened.
- Bake Until Golden: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the stuffing on top is golden brown. Serve hot.
Recipe Tips
- How to get a crispy stuffing topping? The secret is the final 15-minute bake without the foil. This allows the top of the stuffing to dry out and become perfectly golden brown and toasty.
- Can I use a different kind of soup? Yes. If you don’t have cream of chicken, this casserole is also delicious with condensed cream of celery or cream of mushroom soup.
- Can I use leftover cooked chicken? Absolutely! This is a fantastic recipe for using up leftover rotisserie or roasted chicken. Simply skip the step of seasoning the raw chicken and proceed with layering the casserole. The initial bake time can be slightly reduced since the chicken is already cooked.
- How can I add more flavor? For an even deeper flavor, you can sear the chicken chunks in a skillet before adding them to the casserole dish. Sautéing some diced onion and celery before making the sauce also adds a wonderful aromatic base.
What To Serve With Chicken and Stuffing Casserole
This is a hearty, all-in-one comfort food meal. It contains protein, vegetables (from the soup), and a starch. It is perfectly served with a simple side dish like:
- Steamed green beans or broccoli
- A simple side salad with a vinaigrette
- Cranberry sauce for a holiday feel
How To Store Chicken and Stuffing Casserole
- Refrigerate: Cover leftovers tightly with foil or transfer to an airtight container. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: For the best results, reheat the casserole, covered with foil, in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, until warmed through. This will help re-crisp the topping slightly.
Chicken and Stuffing Casserole Nutrition Facts
- Serving: 1/8th of casserole
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
No, and this is the most important part of the recipe! You use the stuffing mix dry, straight from the box. The chicken broth that you drizzle over the top will provide the necessary moisture for it to cook perfectly in the oven.
Yes, absolutely. A cup of frozen mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots) or some sautéed mushrooms are a great addition. You can stir them into the soup mixture before you pour it over the chicken.
Yes. You can assemble the entire casserole, cover it tightly with foil, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. You may need to add 10-15 minutes to the initial covered baking time since it will be starting cold.
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Paula Deen Chicken and Stuffing Casserole Recipe
Description
The ultimate easy comfort food, this one-pan casserole features tender chicken in a creamy sauce, all baked under a savory, golden-brown stuffing crust.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Whisk the soup and milk together.
- Place the seasoned chicken chunks in a greased 9×13-inch dish.
- Pour the soup mixture over the chicken.
- Sprinkle the dry stuffing mix evenly over the top.
- Drizzle the chicken broth over the stuffing.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- The most important tip for this recipe is to use the stuffing mix dry, directly from the box, and not to prepare it according to the package directions.
- The final 15 minutes of baking without the foil is the secret to a perfectly crisp and golden-brown stuffing topping.
- This is a perfect make-ahead casserole. You can assemble it completely, refrigerate, and then bake when you’re ready for dinner.
- For an easy shortcut, use a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded, instead of the raw chicken breasts.
