Craving the warm and comforting flavors of a traditional Thanksgiving meal but don't want to wait for the holiday? Look no further. This casserole brings the essence of Thanksgiving to your dinner table, irrespective of the calendar. Creamy, crispy, and richly flavorful, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
4 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
Two 10 ½-ounce cans cream of chicken soup
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup milk
1 stick butter, melted
One 8-ounce package dry stuffing mix (about 3 ¾ cups)
1 cup canned fried onions
Instructions:
Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a cooking spray to lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish.
Mix Main Ingredients: In a sizeable mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, dried thyme, and milk. Once thoroughly mixed, transfer this mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
Topping: In a separate bowl, blend the melted butter with the dry stuffing mix. Ensure the stuffing is well-coated with butter. Sprinkle this over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish. For a crispy finishing touch, evenly distribute the canned fried onions on top.
Bake: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and place it in the oven. Bake for about 20 minutes. After this, remove the foil and allow it to bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until you notice the top has turned a lovely golden brown.
Serve this casserole hot, and let the flavors transport you to a Thanksgiving dinner, anytime you wish!