Chicken and Swiss Casserole

This Chicken and Swiss Casserole is the ultimate comfort food recipe that takes just 15 minutes to prep. Make this ahead of time during busy weeks or freeze to serve at a later date, it truly is the easiest recipe to add to your easy dinner recipe rotation!

When it comes to making a casserole, we are pros! This is one of those classic chicken casserole recipes that my mom made growing up pretty much every month of the year. With just a handful of pantry ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, this heartwarming dinner is ready in about an hour.

My family adores this recipe, it’s one of their weeknight favorites from over the years. It’s a great beginner dinner recipe since it’s truly foolproof. The hearty stuffing paired with the tender moist chicken, and melty Swiss cheese makes for the best bite.

Our best tip when it comes to making this casserole is to prep and assemble it in advance for busy weeks – it’s such an easy dinner. You can also freeze this and reheat at a later date. It’s a meal prep dream!

If you love a casserole, don’t worry we have you covered. Try out our famous Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole, Old Fashioned Squash Casserole, or Poppyseed Chicken Casserole.

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

• 15 Minutes to Prep. With just a few minutes of hands-on prep time, you can have dinner in the oven in pretty much no time. Forget takeout and make this Chicken Swiss Casserole!
• Freezes Beautifully. If you want to meal prep this recipe, you’re in luck, it’s the best for that. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
• Use homemade chicken or rotisserie chicken for ease. Make this recipe simple by using leftover roasted chicken or buying a rotisserie chicken from the store. How easy is that!

Laura Ashley’s Tip: The chicken stays so moist in this casserole since it’s layered on the bottom with the sauce on top. The stuffing is tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, the ideal texture!

Ingredients

Scroll down for recipe amounts and instructions in the recipe card. 

• Pulled or cubed cooked chicken: Cook your own chicken or use a rotisserie chicken for easy prep. White or dark meat are both delicious in this casserole.
• Swiss cheese slices: Makes for the melty goodness in each bite.
• Condensed cream of chicken soup: Buy this soup or make your own easily! You can also use my cream of mushroom soup too.
• Mayonnaise: Adds creaminess to the casserole to keep it from drying out.
• Whole Milk: Use your favorite dairy here, we love whole milk best. The milk keeps everything moist and juicy.
• Garlic powder: Infuses each bite with nice garlic flavor.
• Onion powder: Adds the savory onions sweetness to the chicken and stuffing.
• Flaky poultry seasoning: Seasons the chicken and prevents the bake from being bland.
• Seasoned stuffing: Easy from the box stuffing mix keeps this recipe too simple.
• Shredded parmesan cheese: A saltier cheese than Swiss, it adds that extra zing in each bite.
• Salted butter: Gives a richness to the ingredients and also helps keep things moist.

Tools You’ll Need

• 13″x9″ Baking Dish
• Mixing Bowls
• Liquid Measuring Cups
• Measuring Cups and Spoons
• Cheese Grater

How to Make Chicken and Swiss Casserole

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 13×9 baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
2. Place the chicken in an even layer in the prepared pan.

3. Lay Swiss cheese slices on top of the chicken.

4. In a large bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, milk, mayonnaise, flaky poultry seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper until well combined. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and cheese.

5. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and cheese.

6. In a medium bowl, mix the stuffing, shredded Parmesan cheese, and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the casserole.

7. Bake 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the topping is golden brown. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Expert Tips

• Layer the casserole correctly. Be sure to layer the ingredients correctly. The chicken is on the bottom to keep it moist and juicy throughout baking.
• Try adding fresh herbs! Fresh chopped thyme or rosemary are both so delicious in this bake.
• Make a homemade cream of chicken soup. If you are looking to control the sodium in the soup, make your own cream of chicken soup. This recipe yields the equivalent to a 10.5 ounce can:
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in ⅓ cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in ⅓ cup milk and ⅓ cup chicken broth until well combined. Season with ¼ teaspoon onion powder and salt and pepper to taste. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and creamy.
• For a quick weeknight prep, use rotisserie chicken. This is a no brainer pro tip, it keeps the prep time to 15 minutes and is so delicious.

Storage & Make Ahead Instructions

This recipe is a dream when it comes to storage and making ahead. Freeze it for ease or assemble it in advance for a busy week or dinner for a crowd.

For the Fridge: place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to four days.

For the Freezer: place in an freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Make Ahead Instructions. Layer the ingredients in the baking dish and store in the fridge before baking right before serving. If reheating leftovers, simply microwave or warm in the oven for a few minutes until hot.

What to Serve with Swiss Chicken Casserole

You can serve Chicken and Swiss Casserole with no sides but it also pairs well with a great side salad or vegetable dish. Some of our favorites include, Garlicky Green Beans, House Salad, Italian Roasted Potatoes, and Glazed Brussels Sprouts.

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