Description
Hearty chicken stuffing bake blends comforting flavors in one delicious casserole. Home cooks discover a simple, satisfying meal that brings warmth to family dinner tables.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Mixture and Toppings:
- 1 box (6 ounces) stuffing mix
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with light grease and arrange chicken breasts in a uniform single layer.
- Combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, creating a creamy seasoned sauce.
- Evenly distribute the sauce mixture across the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Prepare stuffing mix using chicken broth instead of water, following package instructions to achieve a moist and flavorful base.
- Carefully spread the prepared stuffing over the sauced chicken, creating an even layer.
- Drizzle melted butter across the stuffing surface to enhance richness and promote golden browning.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches safe internal temperature and stuffing turns golden brown.
- Optional: During the final 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the stuffing for an extra layer of flavor and texture.
Notes
- Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth to create a vegetarian-friendly version of the dish.
- Use gluten-free stuffing mix and cream of chicken soup to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Keep extra seasoning on hand to adjust flavor intensity, as packaged stuffing mixes can vary in saltiness.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to help retain moisture and ensure even distribution of juices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg