Description
A classic Southern comfort meal that takes only 15 minutes to prep! This creamy, cheesy casserole combines tender shredded chicken with savory, buttery stuffing for the ultimate weeknight lifesaver. It’s a “warm hug on a plate” that your whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded (Rotisserie chicken works best!)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthy twist)
- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth (low sodium preferred)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (plus a pinch of salt to taste)
- 1 box (6 oz) Dry Stuffing Mix (like Stove Top)
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Base: In a large bowl, whisk together the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper until creamy and well combined.
- Layer: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Prep Stuffing: In a separate bowl, toss the dry stuffing mix with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Assemble: Spread the buttery stuffing mixture evenly over the chicken layer. Top generously with the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
- Rest: Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to set.
Notes
To add extra nutrition, fold in a cup of frozen peas and carrots into the chicken mixture before baking. If the stuffing browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Cook Time: 35 Minutes
- Category: Main Course / Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American (Southern)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approx 1/6 of dish)
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg (varies by stuffing brand)
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Dolly Parton Chicken Casserole, Chicken and Stuffing Recipe, Southern Comfort Food, Easy Weeknight Dinner, 5 Ingredient Casserole.