Description
A comforting and easy Chicken Stuffing Bake featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy chicken soup layer and flavorful stuffing, all baked to golden perfection. This hearty casserole makes for a perfect family meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 large chicken breasts (about 2.5 to 3 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon dried minced onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Stuffing Mixture
- 6 ounces stove top stuffing mix
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
Creamy Topping
- 10 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Topping
- 4 tablespoons butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking.
- Prepare the baking dish: Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish generously with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Season the chicken: Place the chicken breasts evenly in the baking dish and season them with garlic powder, dried minced onions, and ground black pepper for a flavorful base.
- Make the stuffing mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the stove top stuffing mix with the low sodium chicken broth. Fluff the mixture gently with a fork until combined and set aside.
- Mix creamy topping: In a separate small bowl, stir together the condensed cream of chicken soup and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Layer the bake: Spread the creamy soup and sour cream mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken breasts in the casserole dish.
- Add the stuffing: Spoon the prepared stuffing mixture on top of the soup layer and around the chicken breasts, distributing it evenly.
- Top with butter: Scatter the cubed butter over the stuffing to add richness and help achieve a golden crust.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit as measured by a meat thermometer.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through by checking internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
- You can substitute the stove top stuffing mix with your favorite homemade stuffing if preferred.
- For a richer flavor, use regular chicken broth instead of low sodium.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the flavors to settle before serving.
