Chicken stuffing bake is an easy recipe that has been around for years and years. It’s made with just a few simple ingredients and can be cooked in under an hour. The ultimate comfort food, this casserole recipe is the perfect meal for any day of the week.

 

I’ve been making this chicken stuffing bake for our family since my first daughter was born 15 years ago and it’s still one of our family’s favorite meals. It’s so simple to throw together with a few pantry staples.

This recipe is an easy dinner idea that is still a go-to for me when I want a home-cooked, comfort food dinner. I love that it’s budget friendly, easy to freeze, and that it’s a meal my kids actually request.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Easy to make. There is not much prep required to make this dish.
• Kid friendly. Even my picky eaters love this casserole. It has been a favorite in our home for years.
• Ultimate comfort food. It’s a warm, satisfying meal that tastes like home.

Ingredients

This recipe uses ingredients that you probably already have on hand.

• Chicken – Diced boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken tenderloins.
• Stuffing – Use your favorite stuffing like Stove Top stuffing mix.
• Broth – Chicken broth is used to moisten the stuffing mix and add flavor.
• Cream of chicken soup – Used to make a creamy sauce. You can use canned or homemade cream of chicken soup.
• Sour cream – Adds extra creaminess and tang to the sauce.
• Salt and ground black pepper

How to make this chicken stuffing bake recipe

Step one: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 13 casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.

Step two: Place diced chicken in the casserole dish. Try to spread out in a single layer as much as possible.

Step three: Mix together the cream of chicken soup and sour cream. Pour soup mixture over the chicken.

Step four: Heat the chicken broth in the microwave or on the stove. Stir the warm broth with the stuffing mix and then spread over cream of chicken soup.

Step five: Cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 30 minutes. Carefully uncover and bake another 10-15 minutes. Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Recipe tips

• Easier chicken prep. Place the chicken in the freezer for 15 minutes before cutting into pieces to make it easier to cut.
• Check the temperature. Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Storage

Store: Let the casserole cool and either cover with foil or transfer to an airtight container. Keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F or in the microwave.

Freeze: You can freeze this chicken stuffing bake for up to 3 months. Cover with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil. When you are ready to make, let the casserole thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Recipe variations

• Cheese – Stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheese with the soup mixture.
• Chicken – This recipe also works well with leftover chicken or even rotisserie chicken. If using precooked chicken, bake for 20 minutes covered and then 5-10 minutes uncovered.
• Seasonings – You can add 1/2 teaspoon of poultry seasoning to the stuffing for a little extra flavor.
• Vegetables – Try adding in frozen peas and carrots or frozen mixed vegetables. If using frozen veggies, run them under hot water to slightly thaw before adding.
• Soup – Substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup or cream of celery soup.
• Stuffing – We used Stove Top but you can use Pepperidge Farms, another brand, or even your own homemade stuffing.

How to serve

This is a delicious stand alone dish but you can also serve with things like:

• Steamed broccoli – Vegetables make a great side dish for this meal.
• Cranberry Jello – Bring Thanksgiving flavors to this casserole.
• Green beans – Canned or fresh beans are a great side.
• Salad – You can’t go wrong with a simple salad.

Recipe FAQ’s

This chicken and stuffing casserole has been a part of our family for years. It really is a classic recipe that is always a hit.

More casserole recipes

Love casseroles? Here are a few more delicious and simple recipes.

• Baked macaroni and cheese – Homemade mac and cheese recipe.
• Pork casserole – Simple noodle casserole dish.
• Pierogi casserole – Use frozen pierogis to make this meal.
• Bisquick breakfast casserole – Perfect to serve all day long.
• Cattle drive casserole – A beefy, cheesy casserole.