Chicken Casserole

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Servings: 5 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A comforting, creamy baked dish with tender chicken and savory stuffing
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This classic chicken casserole is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender cooked chicken breasts nestled in a rich, creamy mushroom and chicken soup mixture. The savory flavor profile is balanced by a crunchy or soft stuffing layer, depending on your preference, creating a satisfying texture contrast in every bite. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that feels homemade without the fuss. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy night in, this dish comes together quickly using pantry staples. Customize it with cornbread or herb-seasoned stuffing for a unique twist.

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Chicken Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 5 Calories: 186.3

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This classic chicken casserole is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender cooked chicken breasts nestled in a rich, creamy mushroom and chicken soup mixture. The savory flavor profile is balanced by a crunchy or soft stuffing layer, depending on your preference, creating a satisfying texture contrast in every bite. It&# 226;€™s an easy weeknight dinner that feels homemade without the fuss. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy night in, this dish comes together quickly using pantry staples. Customize it with cornbread or herb-seasoned stuffing for a unique twist.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the margarine over medium heat.
  3. Stir the stuffing mix into the melted margarine until fully coated and combined.
  4. Spread the stuffing mixture evenly across the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the can of cream of mushroom soup with 1 cup of chicken broth.
  6. Pour the mushroom soup mixture over the stuffing layer in the baking dish and stir gently to combine.
  7. Arrange the cooked, sliced chicken breasts evenly over the soup and stuffing mixture.
  8. In a separate bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup with the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth.
  9. Pour the chicken soup mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  10. Bake uncovered for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and heated through.
  11. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 186.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.7g32%
Saturated Fat 6.6g33%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 307.5mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.1g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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