Calling all gourmands and home chefs! Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the richness of chicken, the warmth of roasted squash, and the comforting embrace of stuffing. This Chicken Squash Casserole with Stuffing is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture tender, juicy chicken nestled amidst sweet and savory roasted squash, all enveloped in a blanket of fluffy, herb-infused stuffing. Each bite offers a delightful symphony of flavors, from the succulent chicken to the caramelized squash and the savory stuffing. It's a hearty and wholesome dish, perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive potluck gathering. With just a few simple steps, you can create this culinary delight in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more.
This article presents two enticing variations of the Chicken Squash Casserole with Stuffing recipe. The first recipe features a traditional stuffing made from scratch using a combination of bread cubes, celery, onion, and herbs. The second recipe offers a convenient twist, utilizing store-bought stuffing mix to streamline the preparation process. Both recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience, so choose the one that best suits your time and preferences.
CHICKEN AND SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
This rich and saucy casserole is classic Southern comfort food and a great way to use leftover chicken or turkey. It's worth the indulgence!
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add squash and onions and cook just until softened, 7 to 10 minutes. Don't overcook. Remove from heat and stir in chicken, Cheddar cheese, and crackers.
- Whisk mayonnaise, eggs, ranch dressing, and pepper together in a bowl. Gently stir into squash mixture and spread into the prepared baking dish.
- Combine stuffing mix and 1/2 cup melted butter in a separate bowl. Sprinkle over squash mixture, pressing down slightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven until set and lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 49.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 705.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
SQUASH CASSEROLE WITH CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP
This casserole is creamy with a wonderful herbed topping. You can also mix leftover turkey or pork in this dish and serve as a main dish after the holidays.
Provided by Ladysmom
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cook squash and onions in boiling salted water until tender. Drain and mash them with 1/2 cup butter or margarine. Stir in sour cream, grated carrot and cream of chicken soup. Set aside.
- Melt remaining 1/2 cup butter and stir it into the stuffing mix. Pour half of the stuffing mix into the bottom of a 9X13 glass baking pan. Pour the squash mixture over the top of the mixture, and the rest of the stuffing mix on top of the squash.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 76.8 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 858.3 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
SQUASH STUFFING CASSEROLE
The recipe for this zippy side dish was given to me by my husband's grandmother. Convenient corn bread stuffing mix and a can of green chilies give fast flavor to sliced summer squash. Since I cook for just my husband and me, I often freeze the leftovers for another day. -Tara Kay Cottingham, Munday, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Add squash and onion. Reduce heat; cover and cook until squash is crisp-tender, about 6 minutes. Drain well; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the soup, sour cream, stuffing and the contents of seasoning packet, chilies, salt and pepper. Fold in squash mixture. , Pour into a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 709mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
YELLOW SQUASH AND STUFFING CASSEROLE
I was treated to this scrumptious squash dish a few years ago at a holiday potluck. Everyone there demanded the recipe!
Provided by Hippie2MARS
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook squash and onion together in the two tablespoons of butter until the vegetables are soft.
- Drain well.
- Mix in soup, sour cream, salt and pepper.
- Combine half of herb stuffing and the 2 cups of cheese with the squash mixture and spread into a greased casserole.
- Mix remaining herb stuffing with the stick of melted butter and scatter over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in a 350-degree oven for 30 minutes, until golden brown.
STUFFING CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This recipe was quite a hit at my son's engagement party a few years ago.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups water, chicken, onion, celery, carrot, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and vegetables are tender. Remove and set aside chicken and carrot. Strain broth, discarding remaining vegetables. Set aside 1/2 cup chicken broth. (Discard or save remaining broth for another use.), In a bowl, combine stuffing mix and butter. In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the soup mix and the remaining water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2-2 minutes, whisking occasionally. Add sour cream and reserved broth. Stir soup mixture into stuffing mixture. Place half the stuffing mix in a greased shallow 5-cup baking dish; top with reserved chicken and carrots, then peas. Cover with remaining stuffing mix. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts :
STUFFING & SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Makes a perfect side dish for your holiday turkey or pork main courses. The availability of summer squash makes this side dish a great choice any time of year.
Provided by Rhonda O
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions, except reduce water to 3/4 cup.
- Spread half of the prepared stuffing in 2-quart baking dish.
- In large saucepan cook squash and carrot, covered, in a small amount of boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender.
- Drain well.
- Stir in soup, sour cream, minced onion seasoning and pepper.
- Spoon vegetable mixture over stuffing.
- Top with remaining stuffing.
- Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.8, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 9.4, Sodium 590.3, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.9, Protein 4.6
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh vegetables and herbs whenever possible.
- If you don't have any chicken broth on hand, you can substitute vegetable broth or water.
- To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it overnight. Then, bake it according to the recipe instructions.
- Leftover casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This chicken squash casserole with stuffing is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy casserole recipe, give this one a try.
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