COMFORTING CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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If you're looking for a dish that's sure to satisfy your group, you can't beat this hearty casserole, with layers of chicken and homemade stuffing. -Pat Price Cook, Mission Viejo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds)
3 quarts water
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
STUFFING:
6 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
SAUCE:
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • In a soup kettle, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until chicken is tender. , Remove chicken from broth. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; dice and set aside. Strain broth and skim fat; discard onion, celery and bay leaf. Set aside 6 cups broth for sauce. , In a large bowl, combine stuffing cubes, parsley and sage. Saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add to stuffing mixture and mix well; set aside. , In a large saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add reserved broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. , In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer half of the chicken, stuffing and sauce. Repeat layers. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a knife comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 176mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

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This chicken casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Hendrik Velloen
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rajan tmg
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This chicken casserole was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it!


Shane Ritchie
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I'm always looking for new chicken casserole recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Afran Ahmed
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This chicken casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Abram Houston
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kamran Kamil
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This chicken casserole was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it!


Chand Asif
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I'm always looking for new chicken casserole recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Fun Maza Muste
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This chicken casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


karl Günter
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhammad Wada
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This chicken casserole was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it!


Logan Mueller
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I'm always looking for new chicken casserole recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


samuel bedlu
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This chicken casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Delta 0404
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Christian C
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5 stars! This chicken casserole was a hit with my family. The chicken was tender and moist, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Samuel Cano
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This casserole was easy to make and incredibly delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Julia Hart
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of chicken, vegetables, and sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Sujan Ghimire
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I followed the recipe exactly and the casserole turned out beautifully. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it!


Glory Mwape
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This chicken casserole was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly harmonious, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. It's definitely going into my regular dinner rotation.