Description
This easy chicken stuffing casserole is a comforting, hearty dish that combines tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy gravy mixture topped with a buttery stuffing crust. Perfect for a family dinner, this casserole bakes to golden perfection with bubbling gravy and a crispy stuffing topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Gravy Mixture
- 12 ounce jar chicken gravy
- 10.5 ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Main Filling
- 3 cups chicken breast (cooked and chopped into bite size pieces)
- 16 ounces frozen mixed vegetables
Stuffing Topping
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 6 ounce package stuffing mix
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375℉ (190℃) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Make Gravy Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken gravy, condensed cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Add Chicken and Vegetables: Fold the cooked, chopped chicken breast and frozen mixed vegetables into the gravy mixture, ensuring everything is fully coated for even flavor distribution.
- Combine Mixture in Dish: Pour the chicken and gravy mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Prepare Stuffing Topping: In a medium bowl, stir together the melted butter, chicken broth, and stuffing mix just until the stuffing is moistened but not soggy.
- Top with Stuffing: Use your hands to crumble the moistened stuffing evenly over the top of the chicken mixture, creating a neat layer.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the gravy is bubbly and the stuffing topping turns golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm for a delicious, cozy meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the frozen mixed vegetables with fresh or other preferred vegetables like peas, carrots, or corn.
- For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free sour cream and butter alternatives.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before folding it into the gravy mixture.
- Adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the gravy mixture can enhance the flavor.
