Description
This Creamy Swiss Chicken Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breasts baked under a creamy mixture of Swiss cheese, cream of chicken soup, and milk, topped with a crunchy stuffing mix for added texture and flavor. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, this casserole combines simple ingredients to deliver a rich, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Cheese
- 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
Sauce
- 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- ½ onion, diced
Topping
- 1 ½ cups stuffing mix (such as Stove Top)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner chicken cutlets. Arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Place slices of Swiss cheese evenly on top of the chicken.
- Mix Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup and milk until smooth and creamy. Stir in the diced onion to add flavor and texture.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the creamy sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and Swiss cheese in the baking dish. Then sprinkle the stuffing mix uniformly over the top of the sauce layer to give a crunchy topping.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. This allows the chicken to cook through and the flavors to meld.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the aluminum foil and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the stuffing topping turns golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
Notes
- Make sure to use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken to avoid undercooking.
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or parsley in the sauce mixture.
- If you prefer a crispier topping, you can broil for a couple of minutes at the end of baking but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings using a bigger baking dish.
