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Dollys Chicken Stuffing Casserole

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By Alana Brooks • February 27th, 2026
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This hearty casserole combines diced chicken breast with sautéed celery, onions, and carrots in a rich, creamy sauce made with cream of chicken soup and sour cream. The mixture is topped with buttery seasoned stuffing and baked until golden and bubbling. Perfect for feeding a family, this dish comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and 40 minutes in the oven. The result is a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with a simple green salad.

The first time my grandmother made this casserole, I was skeptical about the stuffing on top. That crispy, buttery crust had me completely converted after one bite. Now it is the dish my family requests most often.

Last winter my neighbor brought over a container of this after I had surgery. I ate it for three days straight and finally called her for the recipe. Now I make it for anyone who needs a little extra care.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked chicken breast: Rotisserie chicken works beautifully here and saves so much time
  • 1 cup each celery, onion, and carrots: Finely chopped so they disappear into the creamy filling
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup: The base of the sauce, do not use the low sodium version or you will need to add more salt
  • 1 cup sour cream: Adds a wonderful tang that cuts through the richness
  • 1 package seasoned stuffing mix: Any brand works but Pepperidge Farm has the best herbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter: Essential for getting that golden, crunchy topping everyone fights over

Instructions

Get your oven ready:
Preheat to 350 degrees and grease a 9x13 baking dish with butter
Soften the vegetables:
Sauté the celery, onion, and carrots until they just start to become tender, about 5 to 7 minutes
Mix the creamy filling:
Whisk together the soup, sour cream, milk, and seasonings until completely smooth
Combine everything:
Fold in the chicken and vegetables, then spread into your prepared dish
Prepare the topping:
Mix the stuffing with melted butter and broth until evenly moistened
Bake until golden:
Sprinkle the stuffing over the chicken mixture and bake for 35 to 40 minutes
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A warm Dollys Chicken Stuffing Casserole sits beside a fresh green salad on a rustic table. | cookingwithalana.com

My daughter claimed the corner pieces with the most crispy topping were her special right from age six. Now she makes this for her own roommates and tells them the same rule applies.

Make It Your Own

Leftover turkey works just as well as chicken, especially after Thanksgiving. I have also added frozen peas or corn when I needed to stretch the recipe further.

Perfect Pairings

A simple green salad with vinaigrette cuts through the richness perfectly. Roasted green beans or glazed carrots also make lovely additions to the plate.

Storage And Leftovers

This keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for three to four days and actually tastes even better the next day. The flavors have time to meld together and the stuffing stays surprisingly crispy when reheated.

  • Recover with foil when reheating so the topping does not burn
  • Freeze unbaked casseroles for up to three months
  • Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking
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Spoon serving Dollys Chicken Stuffing Casserole revealing tender chicken in creamy sauce beneath savory stuffing. | cookingwithalana.com

There is something so deeply satisfying about a dish that brings everyone to the table without any fuss.

Recipe Questions & Answers

Yes, this dish is perfect for using leftover roasted, rotisserie, or poached chicken. Simply dice or shred about 4 cups of cooked meat and fold it into the creamy sauce mixture.

Absolutely. Assemble the casserole completely, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. You may need to add 5-10 minutes to the baking time if baking cold from the refrigerator.

Yes, wrap the unbaked casserole tightly in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed.

You can use cream of mushroom soup, or make a homemade sauce by whisking together 1 cup chicken broth, 1 cup milk, and 3 tablespoons flour or cornstarch, then cooking until thickened.

The casserole is ready when the stuffing top is golden brown and you see bubbles around the edges of the dish. The filling should be hot throughout.

Yes, frozen peas, green beans, or corn work well. Add about 1 cup along with the sautéed vegetables. You can also include diced bell peppers or mushrooms.

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Dollys Chicken Stuffing Casserole

Comforting baked dish with tender chicken, vegetables, and seasoned stuffing in a creamy sauce.

Prep 15m
Cook 40m
Total 55m
Servings 6
Difficulty Easy

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded (about 1-1.5 lbs)

Vegetables

  • 1 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, finely chopped

Sauce

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Stuffing

  • 1 package (6 oz) seasoned stuffing mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Instructions

1
Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
2
Sauté the Vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of oil or butter. Add celery, onion, and carrots. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened but still slightly crisp. Remove from heat.
3
Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt until completely smooth and well combined.
4
Combine Chicken and Vegetables: Add the cooked chicken and sautéed vegetables to the sauce mixture. Fold gently until evenly distributed throughout the creamy base.
5
Assemble the Casserole Base: Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, pressing lightly to create an even layer.
6
Prepare the Stuffing Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the seasoned stuffing mix with melted butter and chicken broth. Mix thoroughly until all stuffing pieces are evenly moistened but not soggy.
7
Add the Stuffing Layer: Sprinkle the prepared stuffing mixture evenly over the chicken mixture, covering the entire surface.
8
Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until the stuffing is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges. If the topping browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
9
Rest Before Serving: Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes. This allows the filling to set slightly for easier serving.
Additional Information

Equipment Needed

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories 430
Protein 27g
Carbs 32g
Fat 22g

Allergy Information

  • Contains wheat (stuffing mix), milk (sour cream, butter, soup), and egg (may be present in stuffing mix or soup). May contain soy (present in processed ingredients).
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