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I could have called this recipe Simple Stuffing, but that doesn’t quite do it justice for just how easy it is. This is Super Simple Stuffing, and it’s going to blow your mind!
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Why I Love This Recipe
- Easy to Make: This stuffing recipe only has just four main ingredients, and couldn’t be easier to prepare. It’s perfect if you’re trying to keep Thanksgiving low key this year, but want that classic, delicious stuffing on the table.
- Kid-Friendly: Kids love it for the simplicity of its flavors and ingredients, plus they’ll love helping you make it! You could even make this recipe into adorable stuffing muffin bites for a fun twist.
- Healthier Than Store-Bought: This easy stuffing recipe is lighter take on a “Stove Top” stuffing without all preservatives, additives and sodium you’ll find in most boxed mixes.
- Perfect for Smaller Thanksgivings: If you are having a small Thanksgiving or don’t want to do a whole elaborate meal this year this stuffing along with Maple Roast Veggies, Simple Roast Turkey Breast and Pumpkin Pie Parfaits makes a perfect Thanksgiving meal and takes minimal effort!
The Ingredients
- Unseasoned Croutons (or Bread Cubes): Unseasoned pre-made croutons make this stuffing recipe quick and easy with that perfect classic texture. Prefer homemade? Cube sourdough bread and toast at 400°F for 15–20 minutes until golden.
- Butter: Just a few tablespoons of butter adds richness and helps soften the vegetables.
- Celery and Onion: Finely diced celery and onion are the foundation of any good homemade stuffing. They add savory flavor, moisture, and that classic Thanksgiving taste in every bite.
- Chicken Stock (or Broth): The amount of chicken stock you use is flexible. Add more or less depending on how soft or crispy you like your stuffing. For a vegetarian option, swap in vegetable broth.
- Dried Thyme and Sage: These simple dried herbs give the stuffing its traditional holiday flavor without any fuss.
How to Make Super Simple Stuffing
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large saucepan heat butter until melted. Add the onions and celery and saute over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, add the thyme, sage and salt. Saute an additional 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- To a large bowl, add the croutons, sauteed vegetables, and chicken stock. Fluff the mixture with a fork gently (make sure not to over-stir the mixture or it will become mushy).
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.
Tips and Tricks
- Adjust as needed: For a drier stuffing, use less chicken stock; for a softer one, add a little more. You can also tweak the flavor by adjusting the dried thyme and sage, or swap in poultry seasoning for the sage.
- Use boxed bread cubes: Skip the seasoning packet and use the plain bread cubes from a stuffing mix instead of croutons. It works perfectly and keeps things super simple. Just the way we like it!
- Thanksgiving Made Easy: Looking for help building your Thanksgiving dinner this year? I’ve got everything you need in this post: Thanksgiving Menu and Step-by-Step Prep Schedule!
More Stuffing Recipes
This Super Simple Stuffing keeps things easy without sacrificing that classic holiday flavor, and it pairs perfectly with The Best Brined Turkey, creamy Yukon gold mashed potatoes, and a generous drizzle of turkey gravy. Let me know what you think of this recipe — leave a comment and rating below!
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Super Simple Stuffing
This Super Simple Stuffing is proof that you don't have to spend hours in the kitchen to serve up big, delicious flavor at your holiday table.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 celery stalks, fine dice
- 1 small onion, fine dice
- 1 10 ounce package unseasoned croutons (or 6 slices of sourdough bread cut into 1/2 inch cubes and toasted on a sheet tray for 15-20 minutes in a 400 degree oven or until totally dried out and golden.)
- 1 1/2 – 2 cups chicken stock (depending on how soft you want the stuffing)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage or poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large saucepan heat butter until melted.
- Add the onions and celery and saute over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, add the thyme, sage and salt. Saute an additional 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- To a large bowl, add the croutons, sauteed vegetables, and chicken stock. Fluff the mixture with a fork gently (make sure not to over-stir the mixture or it will become mushy).
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.
- Serve.
Notes
- Adjust as needed: For a drier stuffing, use less chicken stock; for a softer one, add a little more. You can also tweak the flavor by adjusting the dried thyme and sage, or swap in poultry seasoning for the sage.
- Use boxed bread cubes: Skip the seasoning packet and use the plain bread cubes from a stuffing mix instead of croutons. It works perfectly and keeps things super simple. Just the way we like it!
Nutrition
Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 859mg | Potassium: 176mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 244IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg
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We made this with homemade sourdough and my husband said it was the best stuffing he’s ever had – and his mom sure knows how to cook, whereas I’m just learning, so that’s some high praise!
That sounds delicious! So happy you all loved it. 🙂
Did a test run today for Thanksgiving. So easy to make. Incredible flavor!
Fantastic! So happy to hear that. Have a great Thanksgiving 🙂