Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Chicken and Stuffing dish, perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Juicy chicken breasts are layered with a savory stuffing mix, enhanced by sautéed onions, celery, and fresh herbs, all baked to golden perfection. This one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also promises to bring warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 package (6 oz) stuffing mix
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or sage (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Sauté the onion and celery until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the stuffing mix, then gradually add chicken broth until moist.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and herbs if using.
- Place chicken in a greased baking dish and cover with stuffing mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and stuffing is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg