Description
Creamy Swiss chicken casserole brings alpine comfort to dinner tables across America. Melted cheese, tender chicken, and crisp breadcrumbs create a satisfying meal you’ll savor with each comforting bite.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup (113 grams / 4 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups herb-seasoned stuffing mix
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
2. Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the baking dish.
3. Place Swiss cheese slices directly on top of each chicken breast to cover completely.
4. In a bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
5. Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken and cheese.
6. Sprinkle the stuffing mix uniformly over the top of the casserole.
7. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the stuffing to encourage browning.
8. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
9. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
10. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.
Notes
Substitute turkey or plant-based chicken for a different protein option.
Use low-sodium cream of chicken soup and unsalted butter to reduce sodium.
Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free breadcrumbs or cornbread stuffing.
Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the cream sauce for extra flavor.