Chicken & Dressing Casserole
A warm and hearty dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks, combining tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and delicious bread dressing, all baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Casserole Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded chicken Use leftover roasted chicken for more flavor.
- 4 cups cornbread or cubed dried bread
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 can cream of onion soup
- 1.5 cups chicken broth A splash may be used while mixing.
- 2 tbsp butter For sautéing the vegetables.
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
- 0.5 tsp dried sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
Gravy Ingredients
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the onion and celery until they are tender.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cornbread, shredded chicken, sautéed vegetables, sage, poultry seasoning, cream of onion soup, and a splash of chicken broth. Combine everything well.
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread the mixture evenly inside.
- Bake for 45 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Gravy Preparation
- For the gravy, melt butter in a skillet and whisk in flour until it turns golden brown.
- Gradually add chicken broth, salt, and pepper, stirring until it thickens.
- Stir in heavy cream and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes until it becomes silky.
- Drizzle the gravy over the casserole before serving. Optional: Garnish with parsley or green onions.
Notes
If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven until warm.