Dolly's Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Dolly's Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, savory stuffing, and creamy sauces, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

3 cups Cooked and Shredded Chicken Using rotisserie chicken saves time!
1 can Cream of Chicken Soup 10.5 ounces; can substitute with cream of celery for variety.
1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup 10.5 ounces; feel free to use any preferred cream soup.
1 cup Sour Cream You can swap it with dairy-free yogurt for a lighter touch.
½ cup Milk For extra richness, half-and-half works beautifully.
1 teaspoon Onion Powder A must for that comforting taste!
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Don’t skimp on this ingredient!
½ teaspoon Dried Thyme Offers an herbal note; Italian seasoning is a great substitute.
½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste!
½ teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning; taste and adjust as needed.

For the Stuffing Layer

1 box Stuffing Mix 6 ounces; gluten-free stuffing mix can easily be used.
½ cup Melted Butter Helps bind the stuffing.
1½ cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be a nice vegetarian substitute.

Optional Mix-Ins

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Swap for dairy-free cheese for a vegan option!
½ cup Frozen Peas Replace with carrots or celery for variation.

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dish
large mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Combine chicken, cream soups, sour cream, and milk with spices in a large mixing bowl.
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Mix stuffing mix with melted butter and chicken broth until moistened, then fold in optional cheese if using.
Spread the stuffing mixture over the chicken layer and gently press down.
Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
Let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is easy to customize based on dietary preferences and can be made ahead for convenience.

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