CHICKEN 'N' STUFFING

Chicken 'n' Stuffing image

This recipe provides all the fabulous flavor of a stuffed whole chicken with little fuss. It's a big hit with our son as well as other family and friends.-Pamela Key, Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup butter
1 package (14 ounces) seasoned stuffing croutons
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs, beaten
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
4 cups shredded cooked chicken
Optional toppings: gravy, minced fresh parsley and coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. In a bowl, combine the croutons, parsley, salt, pepper and celery mixture. Combine eggs and broth; pour over bread mixture and toss to combine. Add chicken; toss gently. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Top, if desired, with gravy, parsley or coarsely ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 146mg cholesterol, Sodium 1189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.