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Home » Recipes » Chicken Dinners

Chicken Casserole with Stovetop Stuffing

Published: Dec 13, 2021 Last Updated: Aug 23, 2022 by Marye 1285 words. | About 7 minutes to read this article.

This easy chicken and stuffing bake is full of tender chicken in a creamy gravy and topped with your favorite stuffing! It's done in just 30 minutes so it's a great recipe for those busy weeknights!
Total time 35 minutes
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Enjoy the comfort of an old fashioned Sunday dinner without all of the work! This delicious casserole recipe is a real time saver!

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  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🥄 Equipment
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 📖 Variations
  • 💭 Tips
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • 📞 The last word
  • Chicken Casserole with Stovetop Stuffing
  • 💬 Comments

❤️ Why you'll love it

  • This savory chicken casserole is easy to make and full of delicious flavor.
  • Only a handful of ingredients is needed to make this Stovetop casserole bake.
  • No need to spend hours in the kitchen for dinner, this all-in-one casserole is a great timesaver.

Chicken stuffing casserole is the ultimate comfort food recreated into an easy dinner recipe that takes just 30 minutes. You can even assemble it ahead of time!

🧾 Ingredients

Ingredients for chicken and stuffing casserole.

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  • boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • stuffing mix
  • cream of mushroom soup
  • sour cream
  • salt and pepper

🔪 Instructions

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  1. Stir together the stuffing mix and hot water until evenly moistened.
  2. Blend together the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
  3. Spread soup and sour cream mixture on top of the chicken breasts.
  4. Sprinkle stuffing mix on top of chicken breasts and then bake for 25 to 30 minutes.

🥄 Equipment

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You'll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.

  • 9 x 13 casserole dish

🥫 Storage

Store leftover casserole in the fridge for up to three days tightly covered with foil or plastic wrap - you can also store in an airtight container.

This casserole can be stored in the freezer in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.

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📖 Variations

  • Not a fan of mushrooms? Cream of chicken soup can be used in place of the cream of mushroom soup.
  • Love cheese? Add in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the soup and sour cream mixture for a cheesy twist on this classic casserole recipe.
  • Use your own homemade stuffing instead of the Stovetop stuffing mix.
  • Greek Yogurt makes for a great mix for the soup instead of sour cream.
  • Use your own homemade cream of chicken soup if you prefer.
  • Cream of celery or cream of chicken soup can be substituted for the cream of mushroom soup.
  • Change up the protein in this recipe by using boneless pork chops instead of chicken.
  • This works great with leftover turkey!

💭 Tips

Expert Tip: Try to dice your chicken breasts to the same size so that they cook evenly and do not overcook in this casserole recipe.

  • Change up the stuffing mix you use for a different flavor. I used chicken stuffing, but cornbread stuffing or any other savory stuffing would work well in this recipe also.
  • Make this quick and easy with cooked leftover chicken breast or rotisserie chicken. You'll only need to bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
  • For a creamier casserole, try using 2 cans of condensed cream of mushroom soup instead of just one can.
  • Spray your casserole pan with cooking spray before adding your ingredients for easy clean-up.
  • Add canned green beans to the diced chicken to make this dish an all-in-one recipe.
  • Be sure to use hot water for your stuffing. Cold water will not allow all your stuffing to soften properly.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?

Yes, just be sure to trim the fat off the chicken thighs before you add in the cream soup.

Can I assemble this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, this dish is super easy to assemble in the morning and then bake when you get home to help you save time on a busy weeknight.

Do I need to add chicken broth or water to this recipe?

You only need to add water to the stuffing mix. You don't need to add broth or water to the savory casserole recipe when you bake it.

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  • Tamale Casserole is a budget-friendly casserole that the entire family will enjoy.
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🍽️ Serve with...

  • These Maple Roasted Carrots are a sweet and colorful side dish to serve with your favorite meal.
  • Garlic Breadsticks are always a family favorite side dish to most meals.
  • Looking for a green vegetable side dish to go along with your creamy meal? This Southern Green Beans are just what you need!
  • Vanilla Bundt Cake with a rich Chocolate Frosting is the perfect way to end a comforting dinner.

📞 The last word

We love this easy chicken casserole! It's the perfect comfort food after a busy day because it's so quick to make and clean up is a breeze.

Next time try adding a package of mixed vegetables in with the chicken. It makes it a little like chicken pot pie!

Broccoli cheddar chicken is another comfort food favorite around here unless we're in the mood for Tex-Mex and then it's these slow cooker enchiladas all the way!

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need. Don't forget that you can click on "add to collection" to save it to your own, private recipe box!

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Chicken Casserole with Stovetop Stuffing

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This easy chicken and stuffing bake is full of tender chicken in a creamy gravy and topped with your favorite stuffing! It's done in just 30 minutes so it's a great recipe for those busy weeknights!
Course Main Dish - Chicken,Main Dish (Quick and Easy)
Cuisine American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings:6
Calories:294
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • 13x9-inch pan
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, or thighs
  • 6 ounces stuffing mix
  • 1 ¾ cup water, boiling
  • 10 ¾ ounces cream of mushroom soup, don't dilute
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Cut the chicken breast into bite sized pieces and add to baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper or seasoned salt. Set aside.
  • Add the stuffing mix to a large bowl and mix in the hot water until evenly moistened. Set aside.
  • Add the cream of mushroom soup and the sour cream to a medium sized bowl.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Spread the sour cream mixture over the chicken.
  • Top with stuffing mixture.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken registers 160°F on an instant read thermometer.
  • Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Expert Tip: Try to dice your chicken breasts to the same size so that they cook evenly and do not overcook in this casserole recipe.
  • Change up the stuffing mix you use for a different flavor. I used chicken stuffing, but cornbread stuffing or any other savory stuffing would work well in this recipe also.
  • Make this quick and easy with cooked leftover chicken breast or rotisserie chicken. You'll only need to bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
  • For a creamier casserole, try using 2 cans of condensed cream of mushroom soup instead of just one can.
  • Spray your casserole pan with cooking spray before adding your ingredients for easy clean-up.
  • Add canned green beans to the diced chicken to make this dish an all-in-one recipe.
  • Be sure to use hot water for your stuffing. Cold water will not allow all your stuffing to soften properly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 904mg | Potassium: 571mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 114IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg

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    Comments

    1. John Elliott

      February 08, 2023 at 6:29 pm

      5 stars
      Minimum effort with maximum results! Really Really tasty!!

      Reply
    2. PAN66

      December 27, 2022 at 8:47 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! I’ve made something similar a few times over the years but this was by far the best. I used cream of celery soup. Also baked in 8x8 pan instead of 9x13. It was perfect! Served with green beans for delicious comfort meal.

      Reply
    3. Lorraine

      November 14, 2022 at 10:36 am

      Can you keep the chicken whole instead of dicing them

      Reply
      • Marye

        November 15, 2022 at 4:26 pm

        no it won't bake correctly.

    4. R

      October 26, 2022 at 11:36 am

      5 stars
      Awesome!!!!

      Reply
    5. Mandy

      September 21, 2022 at 5:05 pm

      Could you do cream of chicken instead? We’re not a fan of cream of mushroom soup

      Reply
      • Marye

        September 21, 2022 at 9:00 pm

        Any of the cream of soups will work.

    6. Lisa

      September 04, 2022 at 4:40 pm

      5 stars
      I used pre-cooked chicken, so cook time was only 15 minutes. I added 2 cans peas/carrots on top of the chicken (before the gravy, and before the stuffing)and used 2 cans mushroom soup instead of 1. My family loved it!

      Reply
    7. Ash

      August 31, 2022 at 5:50 pm

      This is my second time making this, used green beans the first time and broccoli today. Reminds me of christmas. Forgot to put the chicken in raw this time, cooked it ahead and only did 15 minutes with 5 under the broiler to get some crispy edges on the stuffing. Very nice.

      Reply
    8. Michelle

      July 21, 2022 at 12:18 pm

      5 stars
      We call this Thanksgiving in a Bowl at my house. It’s always a winner.

      Reply
    9. Claire

      March 24, 2022 at 8:26 am

      Would frozen broccoli (as long as I cooked it ahead) make this recipe too mushy

      Reply
      • Marye

        March 25, 2022 at 12:06 pm

        I think it would be great. I don't think you'd even need to cook it ahead.

      • Wendi

        December 06, 2022 at 10:13 am

        I make a similar recipe and ALWAYS use frozen brocolli. I cook it in the microwave and season it well before topping chicken. I use thighs and cook and season them well. I also use a can of cream of mushroom and cream of celery soup. I add craIsins into my stuffing. Sooooo delicious!

    10. Rachel

      March 19, 2022 at 11:55 pm

      5 stars
      Your recipe sat me down at my family table in 1995. Thank you for the beautiful memory!

      Reply

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