Description
This easy and comforting chicken casserole uses rotisserie chicken, creamy soups, and savory stuffing. A perfect family-friendly dinner or leftover holiday meal.
Ingredients
1 whole cooked rotisserie chicken, skinned, boned, and meat shredded
Cooking spray
1½ cups water
¼ cup butter
6 oz quick-cooking stuffing mix (e.g., Stove Top)
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
8 oz sour cream
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a saucepan, bring water and ¼ cup butter to a boil. Stir in stuffing mix, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
In a skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery, sauté until softened (5–10 minutes).
In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream.
Add shredded chicken and sautéed veggies to the soup mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
Spread the chicken mixture in the baking dish. Top evenly with prepared stuffing.
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Add Veggies: Stir in 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables for a more balanced meal.
Make it Cheesy: Add 1 cup shredded cheddar into the chicken mix or on top before baking.
Herb Upgrade: Mix in 1 tsp dried thyme or sage for extra depth.
Make Ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate; bake longer if chilled.
Freezer Friendly: Assemble and freeze unbaked for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
