When it comes to easy weeknight dinner recipes it doesn’t get much better than this Chicken and Zucchini Casserole. With just 7 ingredients, it is one of my favorite weeknight dinner recipes to make in the middle of summer, especially when there are plenty of fresh zucchini coming out of my garden.
Best of all, it takes only 10 minutes to assemble. Then put it in the oven and in 40 minutes a complete and delicious dinner is ready.
Creamy chicken and tender chunks of zucchini cooked with store bought stuffing mix. The simple combination of ingredients makes for a fantastic meal that can be enjoyed any day of the year.
Although there are only 7 ingredients, the flavors pair perfectly together. This casserole makes enough that you can enjoy a hot dinner for two and have a little leftover for lunch the next day.
It is one of my favorite recipes to make when zucchini are in season. However, I also like to make this recipe when I need a warm and satisfying comfort food meal in the middle of winter.
So the next time that you find yourself with fresh picked zucchini be sure to try this recipe. It might just become a new favorite!
Chicken and Zucchini Casserole Recipe
*A printable recipe card is located at the bottom of this article which contains the specific measurements, temperatures and cook times. However, continue reading below to learn about more helpful tips about this specific recipe.
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 box chicken stuffing mix (approximately 2 cups)
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 1 medium size zucchini, diced
- 2 cups cooked and diced chicken*
- 1/4 yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 can canned cream of chicken soup, low-sodium
- 1/4 cup sour cream
*If you prefer to use fresh, raw chicken breast, use 1 medium size chicken breast and cut it in small cubes. Then increase the cook time to 1 hour.
However, if you choose to use raw chicken breast in this recipe be sure that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F when tested with an instant read digital thermometer. (See Product Affiliate Link: Instant Read Digital Thermometer).
INSTRUCTIONS
Start by preheating the oven to 350°F (177°C). Then spray a 8 x 8 inch baking dish or a small oval casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large microwaveable safe bowl add the butter. Heat it at 30 second increments until the butter melts. Remove the bowl from the microwave and add the chicken stuffing mix. Stir until all of the stuffing mix is moist.
Remove 1/4 cup of the stuffing and set it aside. This will be used as the crunchy topping on top of the chicken and zucchini casserole.
Cut the zucchini in 1/2 inch, bite size pieces. You don’t have to peel the zucchini but if you prefer you can. Then dice the onion into small pieces.
Mix The Ingredients Together
Add the diced zucchini, diced cooked chicken, onion, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream to the bowl with the moist stuffing. Stir to mix everything together until well incorporated.
Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly. Then sprinkle the reserved stuffing mix on top of the casserole.
The topping will not cover the entire surface. However, it will add a little crunch to the casserole. Once the topping has been added place the baking dish in the preheated oven and then bake for 40-45 minutes.
If you are using uncooked chicken, remember to increase the bake to 1 hour. Be sure to check the chicken for doneness with an instant read digital thermometer before serving.
The casserole is ready to remove from the oven when it is heated through, bubbly up the sides and the top stuffing turns golden brown in color. Or if using uncooked chicken when the internal temperature reaches 165°F when tested with an instant read digital thermometer.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Other Zucchini Recipes
If you have even more zucchini to use after making this Chicken and Zucchini Casserole, here are some other delicious recipes:
1. Zucchini Bread Mini Loaves
One of the most popular recipes to use fresh zucchini is zucchini bread. However this recipe is designed as a small batch recipe and makes mini loaves instead of a standard loaf of bread.
However if you do want a larger size be sure to try my Lemon Zucchini Bread recipe. The hint of lemon throughout the bread adds a light and refreshing twist to the classic sweet bread. You can even add a lemon glaze on top and serve it as dessert!
2. Zucchini Muffins
If a loaf of bread sounds like too much for the two of you, then how about making 6 muffins instead. All the flavor of zucchini bread but in individual servings. It is a great grab and go item when you are in a hurry or whenever you need a snack to get you through to the next meal.
3. Caprese Chicken and Zucchini Skillet Recipe
Tender chunks of chicken breast cooked with fresh tomato slices and strips of basil, which creates a tasty homemade sauce. Then add diced zucchini and let it cook until tender.
And in order to get that classic Caprese flavor slices of fresh mozzarella cheese gets added on top. It is one of my favorite one skillet weeknight dinner recipes.
4. Zucchini and Sausage Skillet Recipe
An easy, low carb recipe that is also made entirely in one skillet. Fresh zucchini is sliced and cooked with bell peppers, onions and sausages for a complete, Keto friendly, gluten-free meal
5. Zucchini & Ground Beef Skillet Recipe
Ground beef and zucchini cooked in a skillet and tossed with salsa for a delicious combination. Serve it as is or over a bed or rice or cauliflower rice for an easy to make dinner recipe.
6. Zucchini Crisp Dessert
After your Chicken and Zucchini Casserole dinner, it is time for a delicious dessert made with more zucchini! If you love the taste of apple crisp, you are going to love this recipe!
Honestly, you will think that you are eating apples and not zucchini.
7. 5 Other Zucchini Recipes
Here are 5 other zucchini recipes besides zucchini bread. From Zucchini Brownies to Air Fryer Zucchini Chips I am sure that you will find some delicious way to use up that zucchini.
Enjoy! Mary
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Chicken and Zucchini Casserole
A delicious casserole that uses leftover rotisserie or cooked chicken and garden fresh zucchini. A creamy and delicious recipe to feed the family!
Ingredients
- 1/2 box chicken stuffing mix (approximately 2 cups)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 medium size zucchini, diced
- 2 cups cooked and diced chicken*
- 1/4 yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 can cream of chicken soup, low-sodium
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Spray an 8 x 8 inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
- In a large microwaveable safe bowl melt the butter in 30 second increments.
- Once the butter is melted add the stuffing mix and mix until the stuffing is completely moist. Remove 1/4 cup of the stuffing and set aside (this will be used for the topping later).
- Add the diced zucchini, diced cooked chicken, onion, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream to bowl with the stuffing and mix until well incorporated.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the reserved stuffing mix on top of the mixture (it won't cover the entire topping) and place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. The casserole is done when it is heated through, bubbly up the sides and the top is golden brown.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- *If you want to use raw chicken breast cut a medium size chicken breast into small bite size pieces. Then assemble the casserole as instructed and increase the bake time to 1 hour.
- When using raw chicken breasts be sure to check the internal temperature of the chicken pieces with an instant read digital thermometer to be sure they are cooked to 165°F before eating.
Recipe provided iCookfortwo.com
Nutrition Information
Yield 4Amount Per Serving Calories 365Total Fat 28gSaturated Fat 13gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 12gCholesterol 119mgSodium 485mgCarbohydrates 9gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 19g
Nutritional Information is to be used as a general guideline only . Nutritional calculations will vary from the types and brands of the products used.