Description
Hearty chicken stuffing bake brings comfort and warmth to family dinner tables. Rich layers of seasoned chicken, herbed bread cubes, and creamy sauce promise a satisfying meal you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Stuffing and Soup:
- 1 box stuffing mix
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (12 cup) sour cream
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Combine stuffing mix with chicken broth and sour cream in a mixing bowl, stirring until the mixture reaches a uniform consistency.
- Carefully spread the prepared stuffing mixture over the chicken breasts, creating an even layer.
- Whisk cream of chicken soup with a small amount of water to thin it slightly, then drizzle the sauce evenly across the stuffing layer.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, creating a tight seal to trap moisture.
- Bake for 40 minutes while covered, maintaining the oven temperature at 350F.
- Remove the foil and return the dish to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the top to become golden and crispy.
- Verify chicken is fully cooked by checking that internal temperature reaches 165F, then remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Prep chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry spots on the meat.
- Swap regular stuffing for gluten-free options to accommodate dietary restrictions without losing flavor complexity.
- Mix herbs like thyme or rosemary into the stuffing for an enhanced aromatic profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Create a lighter version by using low-fat sour cream and reduced-sodium chicken broth to make the recipe more health-conscious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg