Name: Chicken and Herb Stuffing Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups shredded cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken; 6 oz box seasoned herb stuffing mix (or 4 cups homemade dried bread stuffing); 1.5 cups low sodium chicken broth; 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted); 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup; 0.75 cup sour cream; 1 cup frozen peas and diced carrots (thawed); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 0.5 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 0.5 teaspoon coarse kosher salt; 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Chicken and Herb Stuffing Casserole (Cozy Holiday Leftover Bake)

Cozy holiday comfort in a casserole dish featuring tender shredded chicken breast in creamy thyme gravy, topped with savory buttery herb stuffing.

By Elena Moretti · Chickeeen Test Kitchen · Updated Sep 30, 2026

Why Layering Beats Mixing

Many traditional casserole recipes stir stuffing directly into the wet chicken mixture, which causes bread cubes to disintegrate into porridge. By keeping the rich chicken and vegetable layer on the bottom and scattering the buttered stuffing on top, the bottom stays rich and saucy while the top bread cubes bake with a satisfying golden crunch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this chicken stuffing casserole?
Yes, assemble the casserole in a freezer safe foil pan, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.

Can I use homemade bread stuffing instead of boxed mix?
Yes, 4 cups of cubed dry sourdough or cornbread seasoned with sage, thyme, and onion powder can be substituted directly for boxed stuffing mix.

The Technique

Mastering Chicken and Herb Stuffing Casserole comes down to precise temperature control and key technique cues.

1Oven Preheating and Dish Prep

Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking casserole dish with softened butter.

2Sauce Whisking

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

3Folding Chicken and Vegetables

Fold shredded cooked chicken and thawed peas and carrots into the creamy soup mixture until well incorporated. Spread evenly across the bottom of the prepared 9x13 inch casserole dish.

4Stuffing Hydration

In a separate bowl, toss dried herb stuffing mix with melted butter and warm chicken broth until stuffing cubes are moist but not mushy.

5Layering and Baking

Spoon moistened stuffing evenly over the creamy chicken layer. Bake uncovered at 375°F for 28 to 32 minutes until casserole is bubbling vigorously around the edges and the stuffing topping is deeply golden and crunchy.

6Rest and Serve

Rest 5 minutes before scooping into hearty portions alongside cranberry sauce.

Practical notes

Substitutions

You can use leftover holiday roast chicken, roast turkey, or freshly poached chicken thighs interchangeably.

Storage

Cover casserole tightly with foil or transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Reheating

Warm individual slices in the microwave for 90 seconds, or reheat the baking dish covered with foil in a 350°F oven for 15 minutes.

Chicken and Herb Stuffing Casserole (Cozy Holiday Leftover Bake)

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