Green Chili Stuffing
Transform your holiday table with this bold and flavorful Green Chili Stuffing, a Tex-Mex twist on the classic comfort food. Featuring tender cubes of day-old bread soaked in a savory blend of sautéed onions, celery, and garlic, this stuffing gets its signature kick from diced green chilis and aromatic spices like cumin and oregano. A splash of chicken or vegetable broth creates the perfect moist texture, while fresh parsley and optional Monterey Jack cheese add vibrant color and rich flavor. Baked to golden perfection with a lightly crisped top, this versatile side dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or works as a vegetarian centerpiece. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering, this crowd-pleaser is an irresistible fusion of heat and heart.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups day-old bread (cubed)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 4-ounce cans canned diced green chilis
- 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the canned diced green chilis, ground cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 2 more minutes to combine the flavors.
Place the cubed bread in a large mixing bowl. Pour the cooked vegetable mixture over the bread cubes.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while gently stirring the mixture to moisten the bread. The bread should be damp but not soggy.
Fold in the chopped parsley and half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese (if using). Mix gently to combine.
Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. If using, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the stuffing rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.8 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.1 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 5927 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 395.9 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.9 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.9 g | ||
| Protein | 107.7 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1459 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1585 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
