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Dolly’s Chicken & Stuffing Casserole

A comforting casserole featuring creamy ground beef and a crunchy stuffing topping, inspired by Dolly Parton and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Beef Base
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef cooked and crumbled
  • 2 10.5-oz cans cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables optional, peas and carrots
For the Buttery Stuffing Topping
  • 1 6-oz box boxed stuffing mix Chicken or Traditional flavor, dry
  • 1/2 cup butter melted

Equipment

  • oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish,
  • Mixing bowl
  • Air Fryer,

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked crumbled ground beef, both cans of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and beef broth. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir in frozen mixed vegetables if using.
  4. Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the dry stuffing mix and melted butter. Mix until evenly coated.
  6. Sprinkle the stuffing mixture over the beef base.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes until bubbly and topping is golden brown.
  8. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20g

Notes

This casserole can be assembled ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours or frozen. For leftovers, store in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat in oven at 300°F for 15-20 minutes to restore crispness.
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