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Slow Baked Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

This slow baked chicken and stuffing casserole is a cozy, comforting dinner made with tender chicken breasts, creamy soup sauce, and a buttery herb stuffing topping. Baked low and slow, the chicken becomes incredibly tender while the stuffing absorbs all the savory flavors. It's a classic family-style casserole perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday supper.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Casserole, Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 470 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts about 4–6 pieces
  • 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix chicken or savory herb flavor
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup or cream of celery soup
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth divided
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme optional
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley optional
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables frozen, thawed and drained (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom (or celery) soup, 1 cup of chicken broth, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Spread the thawed mixed vegetables evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
  • Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables in a single layer.
  • Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
  • In another bowl, mix the stuffing mix with the remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth and melted butter until moistened.
  • Sprinkle the prepared stuffing evenly over the casserole.
  • Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2 hours until the chicken is very tender.
  • Remove the foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes if needed to lightly crisp the stuffing.
  • Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving and garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

This casserole pairs perfectly with green beans, a simple side salad, or cranberry sauce for a comforting meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcal
Keyword baked chicken casserole, chicken stuffing casserole, comfort food dinner, easy chicken bake, family casserole
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