The Best Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Casserole (with Stuffing!)
An easy, contest-winning recipe for a classic Broccoli Chicken Casserole. This comforting dish uses several convenient shortcuts, including pre-cooked chicken and a box of stuffing mix. The creamy base is a simple combination of cubed cooked chicken, fresh broccoli florets, and a can of condensed broccoli cheese soup. This mixture is topped with a layer of prepared chicken stuffing and shredded cheddar cheese, then baked until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.
Ingredients
- 1 package (6 ounces) chicken stuffing mix
- 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed broccoli cheese soup, undiluted
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 11×7-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the stuffing mix according to the package directions, but using only 1 1/2 cups of water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, broccoli florets, and the undiluted condensed soup.
- Transfer this mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Top the chicken mixture evenly with the prepared stuffing.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the stuffing.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Uncover the dish and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- This is a very quick and easy recipe to assemble, using several store-bought shortcuts like stuffing mix, pre-cooked chicken, and condensed soup.
- The two-stage baking process—covered first, then uncovered—ensures the casserole heats through evenly while allowing the top to get golden brown.
- This is a great recipe for using up leftover cooked chicken or turkey.
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