Yum Yum Monterey Chicken Casserole

Yum Yum Monterey Chicken and Stuffing Casserole Recipe – This hearty dish features tender chicken, spinach, and Monterey Jack cheese in a creamy sauce, all topped with crispy Stove Top stuffing. It’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks and is sure to have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to make and packed with flavor, this casserole is a must-try!

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Easy Chicken Stuffing Casserole

This Yum Yum Monterey Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Chicken, spinach, and Monterey Jack cheese topped with a creamy sauce and cornbread stuffing. YUM-YUM! The blend of savory, cheesy, and slightly tangy flavors creates a mouthwatering experience that’s both satisfying and deeply comforting. This casserole is the perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or a potluck, guaranteed to have everyone coming back for seconds.

How to Make Yum Yum Monterey Chicken Casserole

This recipe is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Spread chopped cooked chicken in the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle spinach and shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the chicken and set aside.

In a medium bowl, stir together cream of chicken soup, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and sour cream. Spread the soup mixture over the top of the chicken layer. Sprinkle a box of stuffing mix over the top of the casserole. Pour chicken broth and melted butter over the stuffing mix. Bake in a preheated oven until bubbly. Garnish with parsley.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• I use rotisserie chicken for the cooked chicken in this dish.
  • You can use any cooked chicken you have on hand. Boneless skinless chicken breasts, chicken thighs, chicken tenderloins, or canned chicken all work great.
  • Can substitute leftover turkey from Thanksgiving.
• You can use any flavor of condensed cream of soup in this casserole. Cream of Chicken, Cream of Mushroom Soup, and Cream of Celery Soup all work great.
  • I suggest using Unsalted Cream of Chicken in this dish to control the sodium.
• I use cornbread flavored Stove Top Stuffing Mix. You can use any flavor that you enjoy.
  • Do NOT make the stuffing. You are only using the dry stuffing mix.
• Feel free to add more vegetables to the casserole. Onions and peppers are good in this casserole.
• Can I make Chicken & Stuffing Casserole in advance? Yes! Assemble the casserole. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
  • If you are baking the casserole straight from the refrigerator, you may need to add 10 to 15 minutes to the cooking time.
• Can I freeze Chicken & Stuffing Casserole? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cover the dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Place in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • When ready to eat, thaw and bake as directed.
• Store the leftover chicken casserole in an airtight container in the fridge.

What to Serve with Chicken Stuffing Bake

This easy dinner recipe has quickly earned a spot in our dinner rotation. It is so simple to make, and we absolutely LOVE the flavor combination. When it comes to what to serve alongside this dish, I have some great suggestions for you.

• A crisp, refreshing side salad with lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and a light vinaigrette offers a nice contrast to the rich, creamy casserole. 
• Steamed or roasted vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, or green beans, add a burst of color and a healthy crunch to the plate. 
• For something a bit heartier, serve it alongside some buttery garlic bread or soft dinner rolls to soak up all the delicious sauce. 
• A cool, tangy coleslaw can also be a delightful addition, providing a crunchy, fresh complement to the warm, savory casserole. 

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a weeknight meal, these side dishes will round out your meal perfectly. Looking for more delicious side dish recipes? Here are some popular recipes from the website:

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Yum Yum Monterey Chicken Casserole

Yield: 6 people

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Yum Yum Monterey Chicken and Stuffing Casserole Recipe – This hearty dish features tender chicken, fresh spinach, and Monterey Jack cheese in a creamy sauce, all topped with crispy Stove Top stuffing. It’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks and is sure to have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to make and packed with flavor, this casserole is a must-try!

• 4 cups chopped cooked chicken
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese,
• 1 (10-oz) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 (10.5-oz) cans Unsalted Cream of Chicken Soup
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¾ tsp garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 (6-oz) box cornbread stuffing, uncooked (Stove Top or Pepperidge Farm)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 4 Tbsp melted butter

• Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch pan with cooking spray.

• Spread chicken in the bottom of the dish. Top with shredded cheese and spinach.

• In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, onion powder, garlic powder, and sour cream. Spread over the chicken.

• Sprinkle the uncooked stuffing over the soup mixture. Mix together the broth and the melted butter and pour evenly over the top of the stuffing.

• Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes.

• I use rotisserie chicken for the cooked chicken in this dish.
  • You can use any cooked chicken you have on hand. Boneless skinless chicken breasts, chicken thighs, chicken tenderloins, or canned chicken all work great.
  • Can substitute leftover turkey from Thanksgiving.
• You can use any flavor of condensed cream of soup in this casserole. Cream of Chicken, Cream of Mushroom Soup, and Cream of Celery Soup all work great.
  • I suggest using Unsalted Cream of Chicken in this dish to control the sodium.
• I use cornbread flavored Stove Top Stuffing Mix. You can use any flavor that you enjoy.
  • Do NOT make the stuffing. You are only using the dry stuffing mix.
• Feel free to add more vegetables to the casserole. Onions and peppers are good in this casserole.
• Can I make Chicken & Stuffing Casserole in advance? Yes! Assemble the casserole. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
  • If you are baking the casserole straight from the refrigerator, you may need to add 10 to 15 minutes to the cooking time.
• Can I freeze Chicken & Stuffing Casserole? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cover the dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Place in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • When ready to eat, thaw and bake as directed.
• Store the leftover chicken casserole in an airtight container in the fridge.

Steph