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If you are coming home with no time to make dinner but suddenly remember you have some leftover rotisserie chicken, dinner is practically done. In no time, you will have a delicious chicken and stuffing casserole on the table that everyone will enjoy.
It’s nearly Thanksgiving, and I’m sure you have a box of stuffing somewhere in the pantry. Rotisserie chicken and stuffing casserole are crunchy on the top, soft and gooey in the middle, and very satisfying.
Chicken casseroles are a great way to put dinner on the table. Creamy Chicken Casserole Recipe (Chicken Gloria) is a delicious classic, the Best Boneless Chicken Casseroleis easy and quick to make, and Chicken Pot Pie Casserole is comforting and easier to make than chicken pot pie!
“The full recipe with ingredients can be found in the recipe card below.”
How To Make Chicken and Stuffing Casserole?
- Preheat the oven to 350 F. This is a layered dish, so you have to prep the layers. First, we have to make the stuffing. In a small pot, boil the water and add the butter. When the butter has melted, remove the pot from heat and add the stuffing. Mix it carefully and place the lid for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil and saute the onion and bell peppers.
- Now it’s time to start layering the casserole. For the first layer, place the shredded chicken in the bottom of a 9 x 9-inch casserole dish.
- In the second layer, spoon the sauteed onion and bell peppersand the uncooked broccoli florets on top of the chicken.
- Prep the third layer: mix the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream and pour over the veggies.
- For the last layer, sprinkle the stuffing on top of the soup mixture and bake for 45min or until the stuffing is brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Can You Freeze Chicken and Stuffing Casserole?
You sure can. Assemble all the layers, wrap in a couple of layers of plastic wrap and one final layer of foil, and freeze for up to 4 months. You can also freeze the baked casserole. Just let it come to room temperature and then wrap it in plastic and foil, and freeze.
What To Serve with Chicken and Stuffing Casserole?
I like to serve a mixed greens salad with balsamic vinaigrette, and for dessert, apple pie with vanilla ice cream or bananas foster. You can serve your favorite salad and dessert with this casserole, which is a complete meal all by itself.
- If you want to make this casserole ahead of time, you can assemble it and refrigerate it for up to two days before baking.
- When hydrating the stuffing, do not mix it too much, or it will become mushy.
- You can add all the veggies you want. Chopped carrots, green beans, and peas are also a good addition.
- If you want a cheesy casserole, add your favorite shredded cheese before adding the final stuffing layer.
Chicken Stuffing Casserole
Yield: 6 SERVINGS
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
If you are coming home with no time to make dinner, but suddenly remember you have some leftover rotisserie chicken, dinner is practically done.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups of water
- ¼ cup butter
- 1- 6 oz stuffing mix
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped orange or red bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1- 10 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1- 10 oz cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F. In a small pot, bring water and butter to a boil. Once boiling, add the packet of stuffing and stir. Remove from heat, put the lid on for 5 minutes, and fluff with a fork.
- In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil and saute the onion, celery, and bell pepper.
- Place shredded chicken in the bottom of a 9 x 9-inch casserole dish
- Sprinkle the sauteed veggies and broccoli florets on top of the chicken
- In a small bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. Pour this mixture carefully on top of the veggies
- Spoon the stuffing on top and bake for 45 mins or until brown and bubbly
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 387Total Fat: 19gCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 21g
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FAQs
Stovetop Instructions:
- Boil 1 ½ cups water and ¼ cup margarine in medium saucepan.
- Stir in contents of Stuffing Mix pouch; cover.
- Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.
Be sure any stuffing that has been cooked, or ingredient that is cooked, is cooled completely before inserting into the cavity of the chicken. The chicken should not be stuffed until just before it is to be cooked, so that the risk of bacterial growth is reduced.
How do you spruce up a casserole? ›
Add fresh chilli and coriander to a simple casserole to spice it up. Always add hardy, fresh herbs such as bay leaves and rosemary at the beginning of cooking, and throw in lighter herbs, such as parsley and tarragon, at the end so they keep their flavour.
Are casseroles good for you? ›
Depending on the ingredients, casseroles can be healthy or not-so-healthy. The not-so-healthy casseroles generally contain a lot of butter, heavy cream, cheese, or fatty meats. Try to look for healthier versions, such as those that contain lean cuts of meat, poultry or fish.
How many cups of water do I need for stove top stuffing? ›
To prepare, combine 2 cups stuffing mix with 1/2 cup water and 2 tablespoons melted butter.
How much water do you put in 2 boxes of stove top stuffing? ›
Add 1/4 of water and let soften. Add two packets of stove top stuffing to a bowl with one cup of chicken stock and mix together.
What does adding egg to stuffing do? ›
Eggs: Two lightly beaten eggs help hold the dressing together and add moisture.
How do you keep stuffing moist when cooking? ›
Typically, baking the stuffing inside the bird helps keep the mixture moist. “I prefer stuffing (in the bird) to dressing (outside of the bird) because all those delicious drippings that come off the turkey gets absorbed right into the stuffing,” Bamford says.
How soggy should stuffing be before baking? ›
The stuffing should be moist but not wet. If there is a puddle of broth at the bottom of the bowl, you've added too much. Add more bread to soak up the excess moisture. If the mix is still dry and crumbly, add more liquid and toss gently until it starts to clump together.
What do you put on top of casserole? ›
Breadcrumbs – A sprinkle of breadcrumbs is often all you need to give a casserole a little crunchy contrast. We like to mix them with a little melted butter or olive oil to help them turn golden and get even crispier. 2. Nuts – Pine nuts or chopped walnuts are one of our favorite toppings for grain-based casseroles.
So what's inside? Let's talk anatomy: A standard dinner casserole usually includes a protein, a starch, a vegetable, a sauce (or other binding ingredient), and cheese.
How do you make a casserole taste better? ›
Fresh herbs or citrus zest can also punch up flavors with a bit of welcome brightness for a long-cooked dish, as can adding some heat in the form of a dash of hot sauce, a generous pinch of minced or sliced fresh chili pepper, or a shake of red pepper flakes.
Why do Americans love casserole? ›
Canned soups, frozen vegetables, and pre-packaged ingredients made it easier than ever for home cooks to assemble a hearty, flavorful meal in one dish. Casseroles found a particularly strong foothold in American communities through church potlucks and social gatherings.
What is the healthiest thing to cook food in? ›
Choose to steam, bake, grill, braise, boil or microwave your foods, rather than deep fry them. Use non-stick cookware. Microwave or steam your vegetables instead of boiling them to retain the nutrients.
How do you warm up stove top stuffing? ›
The Best Method: Stovetop
You'll literally want to eat this reheated stuffing right out of the pan. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the stuffing and flatten with the back of a spoon, making a pancake. Cook until golden-brown, 3 to 5 minutes on each side.
How do you heat pre made stuffing? ›
Heat the oven to 350°F and transfer the stuffing to an oven-safe dish (or, you can keep it in the dish that it was originally cooked in). If it seems dry, you'll want to add a splash of broth. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake again until crisp, 15–20 minutes.
How do you cook 2 boxes of stove top stuffing? ›
To cook 2 boxes of Stove Top Stuffing, simply double the amount of water and butter listed on the box instructions. Cook the stuffing in a large saucepan, then fluff with a fork before serving.
How long to cook pre cooked stuffing? ›
Bring the baked stuffing to room temperature so that it will reheat evenly (about 30 minutes). Preheat the oven to 350 F and warm the dish covered for 30 to 40 minutes, until it is heated through. To recreate the crispy top found in freshly-baked stuffing, remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of the baking time.
