This Chicken Stuffing Bake recipe is a hassle-free 45 minute meal. With chicken, stuffing, broccoli and a few other simple ingredients – it’s so comforting.
Chicken Stuffing Bake
If casseroles are your thing right now, make an easy weeknight dinner with these other great recipes: Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole, and Chicken and Spinach Pasta Casserole.
Casseroles, like this Tater Tot Casserole, are always weeknight winners. I love when dinner can easily be made and enjoyed in one pan, taking less cook time and cleanup time.
This Chicken Stuffing Bake is no different, and is as comforting as stuffing can be. I made this for the first time after having stuffing leftovers. Have you checked out my Slow Cooker Stuffing recipe yet? It’s truly life-changing!
It’ll truly make you feel like it’s a special holiday dinner – without the fuss involved. It’s a comforting and hearty taste, without spending countless hours in the kitchen.
This easy chicken and stuffing casserole is made in 45 minutes, and includes all the comfort foods to warm you up fast. Featuring chicken, stuffing, cream of chicken soup and broccoli – it’s a meal with all the nutrition, in one dish!
You can also substitute turkey in the recipe too, to use up those holiday leftovers. I have done this after past holidays, and I look forward to this recipe as much as the big day.
Just make sure to watch the sodium with this recipe, choose low sodium soups and no added salt when you can. This is because you might have already added it to your stuffing and/or chicken. And too much will overwhelm this recipe.
How do you make chicken casserole with stuffing?
I used leftovers from a rotisserie chicken for this recipe, yet you can also cook chicken breasts or thighs for this as well. It’s also an easy recipe thanks to the addition of a box of stuffing mix – your choice in flavour.
Yet note that you can use up your own homemade stuffing too, so it’s a versatile recipe for leftovers or to make on its own.
I usually have many stuffing mix boxes on hand, because I use them in so many of my favourite recipes. It’s actually the star ingredient in my Best meatloaf Recipe!
At this time of year boxed stuffing is on sale too, making it one frugal ingredient. This is the ideal time to make all those delicious recipes using boxed stuffing. This recipe is just one of many great ones.
The recipe calls for steamed broccoli, and this is easily done as well. Simply put the broccoli in a microwave safe bowl, add in a cup of water, cover with a paper towel and cook for 30-60 seconds.
Perfectly steamed broccoli in the microwave – every time!
This is a little secret that I’ve been using in my kitchen for many years. In minutes it’s ready, with no need to boil or use a traditional steamer.
Can you tell I just love my chicken casseroles?
Enjoy this easy recipe!
Chicken Stuffing Bake
This Chicken Stuffing Bake recipe is a hassle-free 45 minute meal. With chicken, stuffing, broccoli and a few other simple ingredients - it's so comforting.
Ingredients
- 1 box stuffing mix
- 1 1/2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 1.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
- 1/2 cup cheese, grated
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- In a bowl, mix together the stuffing mix, shredded cooked chicken, diced onion, shredded carrot and steamed broccoli. Place combined into a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl mix together the chicken broth and soup and pour over ingredients in the baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. After cooking, gently mix contents and top with grated cheese. Bake another 15 minutes, uncovered this time. If you like crispy cheese on to, broil for 2 minutes as well.
- Enjoy!
Notes
To easily steam broccoli, place florets in a microwave safe bowl, add a cup of water and cover with a paper towel. Cook for 30-60 seconds and you have perfectly steamed broccoli!
Some stuffing mixes, soups and broths have plenty of salt already. So be aware of this when choosing your ingredients, or it might be too salty. I stated to add salt to your finished dish as desired, based on this.Â
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 8 ServingsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 160Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 617mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 10g
sarah alexis says
This sounds AMAZING!
Penny says
Oh I am going to try this one,, our family is all about chicken so this should be Delightfully different!! Thank you for the recipe!
Janet says
Looking forward to trying this. 400 degree oven isn’t too hot?
Holly says
Could you freeze this casserole for a later date?
Tammi says
I don’t see why not … 🙂
Marsha says
OMG. Just made this and it is awesome. So good. Thanks for sharing.
Christine says
Did you use cheddar cheese? The recipe doesn’t specify
Tammi says
You can use any cheese. I like marble or mozza cheddar – those are what we usually have on hand.
Cind says
What cheese do I use? The recipe just says grated cheese. What do you recommend? I’m trying this recipe tomorrow and it sounds so yummy!!
Tammi says
I used marble, because I love the blend – yet you could use whichever you prefer! 🙂
Christine says
What is marble? Do you mean colby jack?
Wanda Tracey says
I will be making this soon, because it looks delicious and easy to throw together.My family loves a good casserole dish. This will be some good comfort food for the winter.
Debbie White-Beattie says
This looks delicious but I like how it has everything including vegetables which makes it healthier
Piriam says
Do you have to cook the stuffing first, or just use the dry?
Tammi says
Just add it in dry 🙂
Kindal says
I need to leave out the cream of chicken soup. Should I add more broth?
Tammi says
You could try, or a cream of celery soup?
Becky says
I have a bag of Herb Seasoned Classic Pepperidge Farm stuffing. It is 14 ounces. How many ounces are in the box of stuffing mix that you use?
Also, I’m not sure what is in a box of stuffing. Can the Pepperidge Farm be a substitute as it is or do I need to add any thing else to it?
Thanks!
Tammi says
This is what I use, you can search and compare as I’m not familiar with that brand: https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/kraft-stove-top-turkey-stuffing-mix/6000016952342
Cassandra says
When you say one box … stove top has two pouches in a box. Do you use one or both?
Tammi says
I totally had to look up the box at Walmart online, because I thought “What? there’s 2 in there?!” Haha, I was right – there’s only 1 x 120g pouch in our boxes here. So, if yours comes with 2, you might only need 1 depending on how much is in a pouch. Our 120g package/box makes just over 2 cups of stuffing.
Hannah says
Is it really 110 calories per serving? This looks like a great meal to make for a combination of all food groups and I want to make sure not eating too heavy in the evening (even though I know this is comfort food). Just want to put it in my food journal correctly ????
Tammi says
That’s what it’s been worked out too as a side serving. Yet I guess that depends on how much one would consider a side. I know a few that would triple up on this one. lol
Jane says
I cannot remember the last time I made a casserole…… But I had a stuffing mix and went to Pinterest to see what I could make and came upon this recipe…… it is a cold rainy Friday night in New England and this recipe was the perfect warmth and comfort food to enjoy! Easy and yummy! Thanks so much! Would definitely make again!
Paige says
This was delicious!! Everyone loved it and it was so easy to make. I added some extra chicken for a little more protein. I served it with mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans. It felt like a mini thanksgiving!
Anne Callahan says
If you use the box dressing, do you put the seasoning in the dish as well?
Tammi says
Yep! 🙂
Fiona says
I made this with green beans and corn instead of broccoli and served it with cranberry sauce. It was amazing! This recipe is added to my favorites.
Jazmine says
What kind of cheese do I use and how should I cook chicken , skillet or boiled
Tammi says
Both of those options are up to you actually! As long as you have cheese and cooked chicken
kathy downey says
Wow Tammi this dish looks delicious and something I’m sure my family would enjoy!
Jc says
Can you use frozen vegetables? And has anyone ever added rice???? I can’t wait to make this!
Tammi says
frozen veggies, yes! I just defrost them a little before adding. And rice? I don’t know but if you try make sure to let me know! 🙂
Janet M says
This looks so good for those cold wintery days.
Peggy Upchurch says
I would give this dish 10 Stars!!!! I always split my casseroles with my 81 year old neighbor and we both needed more! Next time I will fix two casserole. The only change I made was substituting a can of whole green beans in lieu of the broccoli. This is a wonderful comfort dish and I just flat can’t brag on it enough. I am 74 my neighbor and I both enjoy a good comfort meal.
Tammi says
YAY!!!! Thank you Peggy, I’m so happy you enjoyed!
Inez says
This looks so tasty I have pinned it. I will need to create a dairy free version using a white sauce and goat cheese. Can’t wait to try it.
Shirley says
I made this tonight and used a extra chicken and broccoli. I would like more stuffing in it to make it more hearty. Not sure if it was because I used a 9×13 pan but it was delicious!
Heather says
What size baking dish did you use? If I want to use my 13X9 Pyrex, should I double the recipe? Thanks!
Tammi says
Nope, that should work well! 🙂
Debbie says
Tasty and comforting! Thank you for this recipe! Will make again!
Teresa Walsh says
Really tasty. I substituted the broccoli for peas and it was delicious. I have leftover chicken and will make another tomorrow. Thanks so much.
Nicole says
My husband would love this dish- thanks for the idea!
Stephanie says
This looks so good, putting it on my meal plan next week!
Gail Drummond says
I made this from what I had in the pantry and freezer. It was a winner.
Savannah says
Made this yesterday and it’s delicious! Currently eating leftovers for lunch and it’s still amazing 😊😊 instead of just broccoli I used a mix of finely diced broccoli, zucchini and kale.I’ll definitely be making this again!
Tammi says
Yay! I’ll have to try it with your suggestions. 🙂
sonia says
This is so delicious and tasty and so very easy to prepare.
Stephanie says
Just made this for my husband and myself and was so perfect for this chilly & gloomy fall day! We are expecting a baby in January and this seems like it would be perfect to make ahead and freeze? Any tips? Would I freeze before cooking or cook a dish of it, then freeze? & How would I adjust cooking time? Thanks!
Tammi says
First of all, congrats!! Hmm, I think I’d freeze before cooking for sure. Then, if you make sure it’s unthawed *completely* (placed in the fridge the day before), I’d assume cooking time would be the same.
Carrie says
Can I use frozen peas instead of broccoli?
Cheri says
Made this last night and everyone loved it. Even the skeptical 15yo. Thanks for the great recipe!
Lisa says
In the oven now and very excited! I would have appreciated knowing the stuffing box size and dish size going in thou. I think mine might end up super dry.
Tammi says
Ours is 120g boxes only, are yours different? How did it turn out?
Tammi says
Another thought – when almost done, if it’s drier than you’d like, just add a bit of stock and cook another 10. That’s what I’d do anyway.
Tammy says
Can you use home made stuffing that hasn’t been cooked? I’m celiac and I have to use gluten free bread. I make my own. I freeze it when I make the stuffing to have on hand. Should I cook my stuffing before using it in this recipe?
Tammi says
As long as it’s not frozen, you won’t have to cook it first.