Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Plate of chicken with dressing, mashed potatoes, and green beans.

chicken and dressing recipe


  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 4-6 hours
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Try this classic Southern chicken and dressing recipe! Savory, moist, and full of flavor—perfect for holidays or Sunday family dinners.


Ingredients

Scale

  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (boiled, roasted, or rotisserie)
  • 4 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 23 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage (optional but so good!)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Layer the Chicken:
Chicken breasts placed in a slow cooker with seasonings on the side.

Arrange 4 chicken breasts in the bottom layer of a 6-quart slow cooker liner.

Add Creamy Goodness:
Creamy mixture in a slow cooker, with ingredients like butter and onions on the side.

Over the chicken breasts, pour 1 can of condensed cream of chicken soup. Then add in 1/2 cup sour cream and with a rubber spatula, gently swirl together the soup and sour cream.

Season the Mix
Alt Text: Creamy mixture in a slow cooker, seasoned with onions, herbs, and pepper.

Sprinkle diced onions and dried parsley evenly over the top of the creamy mixture for extra flavor.

Prep the Stuffing
Stuffing breadcrumbs ready to be added to the slow cooker.

In a small bowl, toss together 1 box of dry stuffing mix and 1/4 cup of melted butter. Sprinkle the stuffing mixture evenly over the chicken and cream base.

Cook It Low and Slow:

Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6-7 hours or on High for 3-4 hou

Notes

  • This recipe works great for a family dinner or holiday meal.
  • Make sure to season the chicken generously for maximum flavor.
  • For a richer flavor, you can use homemade stuffing instead of store-bought.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours (on low) or 2-3 hours (on high)
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: chicken, dressing, slow cooker, comfort food, easy recipe, chicken dinner, homemade stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans