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Chicken Stuffing Bake Recipe

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This cozy chicken stuffing bake combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a golden, herby stuffing topping for the ultimate comfort food casserole. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for busy families or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces (or use thighs)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole milk or 2%)
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning (or mixed dried herbs)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 box (6 oz) seasoned stuffing mix (classic herb flavor)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into 1-inch pieces. Season with salt and pepper. In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and brown chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes per side. (Optional: skip browning and use raw chicken.)
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, poultry seasoning, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Arrange chicken pieces evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Scatter frozen vegetables over chicken if using.
  5. Spread the soup mixture over the chicken, coating everything evenly.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine stuffing mix, melted butter, and chicken broth. Stir until just moistened but not soggy.
  7. Spoon stuffing mixture evenly over the sauce layer. Leave it loose for crispiness. Sprinkle with shredded cheese if desired.
  8. Cover dish loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10-15 minutes, until stuffing is golden brown and sauce is bubbling. (Total bake time: 35-40 minutes. Check chicken for doneness.)
  9. Let bake rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, use GF stuffing mix and cream soup. Browning chicken adds flavor but is optional. Add veggies or cheese for extra richness. Cover with foil for the first half of baking to keep chicken juicy. Let rest before serving for best texture. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for 2 months.

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