Description
This comforting Chicken and Stuffing Casserole combines tender chicken pieces baked in a creamy blend of cream of celery and cream of chicken soups, topped with savory Stove Top stuffing mix, and moistened with chicken broth. Easily prepared in one dish, this hearty casserole is perfect for a family dinner with minimal prep and a golden, crispy topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 pounds chicken tenderloins, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 10.5 ounce can cream of celery soup
- 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 1/4 cup milk
Topping
- 6 ounce box Stove Top chicken stuffing mix
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh or dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F and spray an 11×7-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Set it aside for later use.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken tenderloins into bite-sized pieces and place them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Season Chicken: Sprinkle the chicken pieces with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cream of celery soup, cream of chicken soup, and milk until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Pour the soup mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken pieces, spreading to cover all the chicken thoroughly.
- Add Stuffing Mix: Sprinkle the Stove Top chicken stuffing mix evenly over the top of the soup-covered chicken.
- Moisten Stuffing: Pour the chicken broth evenly over the stuffing mix, ensuring it is fully moistened throughout.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes to allow the stuffing topping to brown lightly.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle with fresh or dried parsley for color and flavor. When serving, spoon some of the gravy from the bottom of the casserole over each portion for extra moisture and taste.
Notes
- Use fresh chicken tenderloins for the best texture and even cooking.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure it has reached 165°F for safe consumption.
- If you prefer, you can substitute chicken thighs, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Stove Top stuffing mix is convenient, but you may use a homemade stuffing mix if preferred.
- Leftover casserole can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated thoroughly before serving.
