Description
Comfort meets culinary magic in this hearty Chicken & Stuffing Bake, blending savory poultry with rich, herbed bread mixture. Creamy textures and golden-brown edges promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 pounds)
Stuffing and Base:
- 1 box (6 ounces) seasoned stuffing mix
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Seasonings and Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a toasty 375°F, preparing a welcoming environment for the culinary ensemble.
- Hydrate the stuffing mixture with rich chicken broth, ensuring each crumb absorbs the savory liquid, then allow it to rest and develop flavor.
- Craft a velvety sauce by whisking cream of chicken soup, creamy dairy additions, and milk until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a generously greased rectangular baking vessel, blessing them with a delicate sprinkle of salt and pepper for foundational seasoning.
- Lavish the chicken with the prepared creamy sauce, creating an even blanket that promises moisture and depth.
- Crown the sauced chicken with the prepared stuffing, distributing the herbed mixture in a uniform landscape across the protein.
- Cascade melted butter over the stuffing, promising a golden, crisp texture that whispers of culinary indulgence.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing 30-35 minutes of transformative heat until the chicken reaches a safe 165°F and the stuffing develops a tempting amber crispness.
- Pause momentarily after removing from the oven, letting the dish settle for 5 minutes before serving, optionally adorning with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Swap out regular stuffing mix for gluten-free options to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter, protein-packed alternative that keeps the creamy texture.
- Enhance flavor by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to the soup mixture for a more complex taste profile.
- Create a crispier topping by broiling the dish for 2-3 minutes after baking to get extra golden-brown stuffing edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg