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Cozy Chicken and Herb Stuffing Casserole Easy Crispy Golden Crust Recipe

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A warm, comforting casserole featuring shredded chicken, herb stuffing mix, fresh herbs, and a crispy golden Parmesan crust. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or cozy chilly evenings.

Ingredients

  • Cooked chicken: shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken works great for time-saving)
  • Herb stuffing mix: about 6 cups (Stove Top recommended, or homemade stuffing cubes)
  • Fresh herbs: 2 tablespoons each of chopped fresh sage and thyme (dried herbs can be used at one-third the amount)
  • Onion: 1 medium, finely diced
  • Celery: 2 stalks, diced
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Chicken broth: 2 cups (preferably low sodium)
  • Heavy cream: ½ cup (optional, can substitute half-and-half or dairy-free cream)
  • Butter: 4 tablespoons, melted
  • Parmesan cheese: ½ cup grated
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
  • Olive oil: for sautéing vegetables

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and celery; cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 more minute until fragrant.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the herb stuffing mix, sautéed vegetables, shredded chicken, and chopped fresh sage and thyme. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Toss gently to moisten everything evenly. The mixture should be moist but not soggy—add broth a little at a time if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Drizzle melted butter over the top and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly.
  5. Place the casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the top is crisp and golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
  6. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving to help it set slightly and make it easier to scoop out portions.

Notes

If crust browns too fast, loosely cover with foil halfway through baking. Stir mixture gently before baking for even moisture. For extra crunch, add crushed pecans or breadcrumbs with Parmesan. Can prepare stuffing mixture ahead and bake later, adding extra baking time if cold. Slow cooker adaptation: cook on low 2-3 hours, finish under broiler 5 minutes.

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Keywords: chicken casserole, herb stuffing, crispy crust, easy dinner, comfort food, quick casserole, weeknight meal

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