Description
Comfort meets classic American cuisine in this hearty chicken and stuffing casserole, where savory poultry nestles beneath a golden, herbed bread crumb topping. Home cooks discover a satisfying one-dish meal that delivers warmth and nostalgia with each comforting forkful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Stuffing and Soup Base:
- 1 box stuffing mix
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350°F (175°C), ensuring an even cooking environment for the casserole.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9×13-inch baking dish, generously seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Create the stuffing mixture by combining the dry stuffing mix with melted butter and rich chicken broth, thoroughly blending until the ingredients are well integrated.
- Carefully spread the prepared stuffing mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken breasts, creating a uniform layer that will infuse moisture and flavor.
- Craft a creamy topping by whisking together cream of chicken soup and sour cream until smooth and well combined.
- Gently pour and spread the soup and sour cream mixture over the stuffing layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Shield the casserole with aluminum foil, then transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly and the flavors to meld.
- Remove the foil during the final 10 minutes of baking to create a golden, crispy top that adds textural contrast to the dish.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked and the top is beautifully bronzed, remove from the oven and let rest briefly before serving this comforting meal warm.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking and prevent dry spots.
- Opt for low-sodium chicken broth to control salt content and customize seasoning to your taste.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular stuffing mix with gluten-free bread cubes or cornbread stuffing mix.
- Add extra flavor by incorporating herbs like thyme, rosemary, or sage into the stuffing mixture for a more complex taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg