Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of our Ultimate Chicken and Dressing Casserole. Perfect for family dinners or a comforting meal, this recipe combines shredded chicken, savory cornbread, and a homemade creamy gravy. Follow these easy steps to create a dish that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded chicken
- 4 cups cornbread, cubed
- ⅓ cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 can cream of onion soup
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
- ½ tsp dried sage
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Gravy:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
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Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt 2 tbsp of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables
- Add onions and celery to the skillet. Sauté until softened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with shredded chicken, cornbread, sage, poultry seasoning, cream of onion soup, and ½ cup of chicken broth.
3. Assemble Casserole
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to the dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
4. Make the Gravy
- In a separate skillet, melt ¼ cup butter.
- Stir in flour and cook until slightly browned.
- Gradually whisk in 2 cups of chicken broth. Add salt and pepper.
- Simmer until the gravy thickens.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
5. Serve
- Pour the creamy gravy over the hot casserole.
- Garnish with parsley or chopped green onions.
- Enjoy your delicious Chicken and Dressing Casserole!