Description
Comfort meets culinary creativity in this hearty Chicken Stuffing Bake, blending savory poultry with classic bread-based goodness. Rich layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and herbed stuffing promise a satisfying meal you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
Dairy and Cheese:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Spices:
- 1 can (10 ounces / 283 grams) enchilada sauce
- 1 can (10 ounces / 283 grams) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Tortillas and Garnish:
- 10 corn tortillas, cut into quarters
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F, ensuring a perfectly warm environment for the casserole.
- Create a flavorful base by mixing shredded chicken with sour cream, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, and corn, enhancing the mixture with cumin and garlic powder for depth of flavor.
- Construct layers in a 9×13-inch baking dish, alternating between crisp tortillas, the seasoned chicken mixture, and generous sprinklings of melty cheese.
- Continue building layers until the dish is filled, making sure each stratum is evenly distributed for consistent taste and texture.
- Transfer the assembled casserole to the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese transforms into a golden, bubbling surface.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for a few minutes to allow flavors to settle and cheese to slightly firm up.
- Finish by garnishing with freshly chopped cilantro, which adds a bright, herbal note to the rich, comforting casserole.
- Serve immediately while the dish is hot, ensuring maximum enjoyment of the melted cheese and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Choose tender, rotisserie chicken for maximum flavor and easiest shredding technique.
- Drain canned tomatoes completely to prevent excess liquid making the dish watery.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting cumin and adding jalapeños for extra heat.
- Substitute corn tortillas with low-carb alternatives like cauliflower wraps for keto-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg