Puffy Chicken Delight
Prep: 30 min
Cook: 50 min
Total: 80 min
Serves: 8
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This delightful casserole brings together tender chunks of canned chicken and a medley of sautéed celery and carrots, creating a warm hug of flavor. The rich, creamy gravy interspersed throughout adds a luscious depth, while the crispy breadcrumb topping provides a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the tender filling. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this dish is sure to become a beloved comfort food that everyone will look forward to at the table.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 Lbs Canned Whole Chicken
- 4 Stalks Celery And Leaves - Chopped
- 1/2 Cup Onion - Chopped
- 3/4 Cup Butter
- 3 1/2 Cups Bread Crumbs
- 3 Cups Carrot - Grated
- 1 Tbsp Dry Parsley
- 1 Tsp Sage
- 1/2 Tsp Poultry Seasoning
- 1 - Salt
- 1 - Black Pepper
- 1/2 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Cup Milk
- 4 - Egg - Slightly Beaten
Directions
Directions
- Drain broth from chicken; measure.
- Add water to make 3 cups liquid.
- Remove chicken from bones; cut chicken into small pieces.
- Set aside.
- Saute celery and onion in 2 tablespoons butter in small skillet; add 2 1/2 cups bread crumbs, carrots, parsley, sage, poultry seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Use only enough broth to moisten.
- Set aside.
- Melt 1/2 cup butter; remove from heat; stir until smooth.
- Add flour and salt to taste; stir until smooth.
- Add 2 cups broth and milk; cook, stirring, until thick.
- Remove from heat; add eggs, stirring thoroughly.
- Do not cook after adding eggs.
- Grease 1 large or 2 medium-sized casseroles; place alternate layers of dressing, chicken and gravy in casserole until all are used.
- Melt remaining butter; add remaining bread crumbs.
- Sprinkle over gravy.
- Bake at 325 degrees for 50 minutes for large and 30 minutes for medium casserole.
Nutrition
Per serving · 8 servingsCalories
520
Fat
34 g
Saturated fat
17 g
Carbohydrates
34 g
Sugar
3 g
Fiber
2 g
Protein
20 g
Sodium
800 mg
Cholesterol
180 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 Lbs Canned Whole Chicken
- 4 Stalks Celery And Leaves - Chopped
- 1/2 Cup Onion - Chopped
- 3/4 Cup Butter
- 3 1/2 Cups Bread Crumbs
- 3 Cups Carrot - Grated
- 1 Tbsp Dry Parsley
- 1 Tsp Sage
- 1/2 Tsp Poultry Seasoning
- 1 - Salt
- 1 - Black Pepper
- 1/2 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Cup Milk
- 4 - Egg - Slightly Beaten
