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Creamy Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Creamy Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

A comforting and flavorful casserole featuring tender chicken, savory stuffing, and a creamy mushroom sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a family gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 2 Celery Stalks chopped
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 10.75 ounce can Cream of Mushroom Soup condensed
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/4 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 4 cups Stuffing Mix herb or plain
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5 more minutes.
  4. Stir in shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, milk, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Heat through, stirring occasionally.
  5. Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle stuffing mix evenly over the chicken mixture.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing is golden brown and heated through.
  8. Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth. You can also add other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers to the skillet with the onions and celery. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.