Description
This Creamy Onion Chicken Bake with Stuffing is a comforting, easy-to-make casserole featuring tender chicken breasts baked in a creamy onion soup sauce topped with buttery stuffing for a deliciously golden crust. Perfect for a family dinner, this dish combines savory flavors and a satisfying crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of onion soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Stuffing Topping
- 2 cups prepared stuffing mix
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for the chicken bake.
- Season Chicken: Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper to taste, enhancing their natural flavor.
- Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until they become soft and translucent, releasing their sweetness.
- Prepare Creamy Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of onion soup, sour cream, and chicken broth. Mix well until smooth to create the creamy base for the chicken.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a greased baking dish, arranging them evenly for uniform cooking.
- Add Sauce and Onions: Pour the creamy soup mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, then spread the sautéed onions on top to infuse the dish with flavor.
- Prepare Stuffing Topping: Mix the prepared stuffing mix with the melted butter in a bowl until the stuffing is evenly coated.
- Top and Bake: Sprinkle the buttery stuffing mixture evenly over the top of the chicken and sauce. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the stuffing is golden brown and crisp on top.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before serving warm.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup if you prefer a different flavor.
- For a healthier option, use low-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Feel free to add herbs like thyme or parsley to the stuffing mix for extra aroma.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- This dish pairs nicely with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.
