Description
Comfort meets elegance in this Swiss chicken casserole, a heartwarming dish blending creamy Swiss cheese, tender chicken, and buttery cracker crumbs. Rich layers of flavor invite you to savor a classic family-style meal that promises delicious satisfaction in every comforting bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 slices Swiss cheese
Cheese and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh minced parsley (optional)
Liquid and Mixture Ingredients:
- 10.5 ounces (296 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) melted butter
- 8 ounces (226 grams) Stove Top stuffing mix
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Whisk together cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and minced garlic in a mixing bowl until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Season chicken with parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, ensuring both sides are evenly coated for maximum flavor.
- Layer Swiss cheese slices completely over each chicken breast, creating a rich and melty covering.
- Carefully distribute the soup mixture across the chicken, ensuring uniform coverage for consistent moisture.
- Uniformly scatter the dry Stove Top stuffing mix over the entire casserole surface.
- Drizzle melted butter across the stuffing to enhance browning and add richness.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning and retain moisture during initial baking.
- Bake covered for 40 minutes, then remove foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until stuffing turns golden and chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a vibrant finish and serve hot directly from the baking dish.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts for thighs to enhance moisture and flavor, especially for those preferring juicier meat.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium cream of chicken soup and low-sodium chicken broth for heart-conscious diners.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting regular stuffing mix with gluten-free breadcrumbs or cornflake crumbs.
- Add extra herbs like thyme or rosemary to the stuffing for a more complex, aromatic profile that elevates the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swiss
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 423 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg