Simple Stuffing for Turkey or Chicken
Transform your holiday meals with this Simple Stuffing for Turkey or Chicken, a classic, crowd-pleasing side dish that's easy to prepare and packed with comforting flavors. Made with day-old bread cubes, savory sautéed onion and celery, aromatic poultry seasoning, and a hint of dried sage, this stuffing offers the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Gently moistened with low-sodium chicken or turkey broth, this versatile recipe can be baked to golden perfection in a casserole dish or cooked right inside your bird for an irresistibly moist and flavorful accompaniment. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this homemade stuffing recipe is an easy yet essential addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas feast, delivering that traditional taste everyone craves. Serve it alongside your roast turkey, chicken, or favorite main dish to complete your holiday meal in style!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 stalks celery stalks, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) if planning to bake the stuffing outside the bird or prepare your turkey or chicken for roasting if you plan to stuff it.
Spread the cubed bread on a large baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until dry but not overly browned. Alternatively, let the bread sit uncovered overnight to dry out.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and celery to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir occasionally to prevent browning.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley, poultry seasoning, and dried sage.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes with the sautéed vegetable mixture. Toss until the bread is coated evenly with the butter and seasonings.
Gradually pour in the chicken or turkey broth over the bread mixture, tossing gently to moisten the bread. Add enough broth to reach your desired consistency. The bread should be moist but not soggy.
Season the stuffing with salt and black pepper to taste, and mix gently to combine.
If baking separately, transfer the stuffing to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, cover with foil, and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly crispy.
If stuffing the turkey or chicken, spoon the stuffing loosely into the bird's cavity, being careful not to overpack it. Roast the bird according to your recipe, ensuring the stuffing reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish, paired with turkey, chicken, or your favorite holiday meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.0 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 11185 mg | 486% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 983.8 g | 358% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.6 g | 252% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.6 g | ||
| Protein | 198.2 g | 396% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1457 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 66.5 mg | 369% | |
| Potassium | 3317 mg | 71% | |
*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.
