Company Chicken Casserole

Company Chicken Casserole is pure, nostalgic comfort—creamy, warm, and packed with classic flavors that make it perfect for both family dinners and special guests. Tender shredded chicken, buttery herb stuffing, broccoli, and a rich sour cream–chicken soup sauce come together in a cozy layered bake. This dish has that old-fashioned, homemade feel that generations have loved, and it’s wonderfully simple and budget-friendly to prepare.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 garlic cloves, freshly minced
• 1 small onion, cut into wedges (use 2 wedges)
• 4 cups herb-flavored stuffing mix
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 pint sour cream
• 8 ounces broccoli florets, frozen and thawed

Directions

1. In a large pan, combine chicken broth, garlic, and onion wedges; bring to a boil.
2. Add chicken breasts, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 20 minutes.
3. Remove chicken, shred, and set aside. Reserve cooking broth.
4. In a bowl, mix stuffing with melted butter.
5. In a large saucepan or bowl, blend sour cream, reserved broth, and cream of chicken soup until smooth.
6. Spread stuffing mixture in the bottom of a casserole dish.
7. Layer shredded chicken over stuffing, followed by broccoli.
8. Pour the sour cream–soup mixture evenly over the top.
9. Sprinkle a little extra stuffing mix over the surface.
10. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 6

Tips

• Thaw broccoli fully and pat dry to avoid adding excess water to the casserole.
• Add a handful of shredded cheddar to the top before baking for a cheesy finish.

FAQ

Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes—skip the poaching step and use 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken.

Can I make it ahead?
Assemble fully, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add 5–10 minutes to the bake time.

Can I use fresh broccoli?
Absolutely—blanch lightly before layering so it cooks evenly.

Can I freeze this casserole?
Yes—freeze unbaked for best results, then thaw overnight and bake as directed.

Can I substitute the stuffing mix?
Cranberry or cornbread stuffing mixes also taste great in this recipe.