Best 5 Ultimate Crock Pot Stuffing Recipes

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Dive into a symphony of flavors with our ultimate crock-pot stuffing, a medley of culinary delights that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dish, a staple of festive gatherings, is transformed into an effortless culinary masterpiece with the magic of a slow cooker. Get ready to embark on a journey of flavors, textures, and aromas as we present a collection of stuffing recipes that will elevate your holiday feast to new heights. From the traditional sage and onion stuffing to daring variations like apple and sausage or cornbread and chorizo, our recipes cater to diverse palates and preferences. Let your crock pot do the work while you focus on creating lasting memories with loved ones.


**Traditional Sage and Onion Stuffing:**
Savor the timeless flavors of this classic stuffing, featuring a harmonious blend of savory sage, aromatic onions, and a touch of celery for a refreshing crunch. The secret lies in the perfect balance of herbs and spices, resulting in a stuffing that complements any main course.

**Apple and Sausage Stuffing:**
Embark on a culinary adventure with this unique stuffing that combines the sweetness of apples with the savory richness of sausage. Crisp Granny Smith apples add a delightful tartness, while ground pork or Italian sausage infuses each bite with a burst of flavor. This stuffing is sure to impress your guests with its unexpected yet delightful combination of flavors.

**Cornbread and Chorizo Stuffing:**
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this cornbread and chorizo stuffing. The sweetness of cornbread pairs perfectly with the spicy kick of chorizo, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This stuffing is a delightful twist on the traditional recipe, sure to add a fiesta to your holiday table.

**Vegetarian Wild Rice Stuffing:**
Embrace the goodness of nature with this vegetarian wild rice stuffing, a symphony of earthy flavors and wholesome ingredients. Wild rice, known for its nutty flavor, combines with a medley of vegetables, herbs, and spices, resulting in a stuffing that is both nutritious and delicious. This recipe caters to those with dietary preferences and offers a delightful alternative to meat-based stuffings.


**Tips for Perfect Crock-Pot Stuffing:**
- Use the right ratio of liquid to stuffing mix. Too much liquid will result in soggy stuffing, while too little will leave it dry and crumbly.
- Don't overcook the stuffing. Overcooked stuffing will be tough and dry.
- Add some moisture to the stuffing. This can be done by adding broth, melted butter, or even applesauce.
- Season the stuffing to taste. Add herbs, spices, and salt and pepper to your liking.
- Let the stuffing rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the stuffing to firm up.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CROCK POT STUFFING



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Easy stuffing made from scratch and cooked to perfection in your slow cooker.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt or to taste
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning (store bought or homemade)
2 medium onions (diced)
2 cups celery (chopped)
6 cups cubed and dried white bread
6 cups cubed and dried brown bread
¼ cup chopped parsley
1 tablespoon fresh herbs, or more to taste (thyme, sage, rosemary (optional))
3-4 cups chicken broth
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat butter over medium heat until melted. Stir in poultry seasoning, black pepper and salt to taste. Add celery & onions and cook until softened (do not brown). Cool completely.
  • Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Add cooled celery and onion mixture, parsley and fresh herbs if using.
  • Add chicken broth a little bit at a time just to moisten and gently stir. You may not need all of the broth (see note below). Stir in eggs.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight if making ahead of time.
  • Grease a 5-6 qt slow cooker well. Place stuffing in the slow cooker and turn onto high for 30 minutes. Reduce temperature to low and cook an additional 3-4 hours or until hot and cooked through. If stuffing is done before your meal is ready it can remain on warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 638 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

STUFFING FROM THE SLOW COOKER



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If you're hosting a big Thanksgiving dinner this year, add this simple slow-cooked stuffing to your menu to ease entertaining. The recipe comes in handy when you run out of oven space at large family gatherings. I use this Crock Pot dressing recipe often. -Donald Seiler, Macon, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup butter
6 cups cubed day-old white bread
6 cups cubed day-old whole wheat bread
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 large eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • In a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook onion and celery in butter until tender. , In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, salt, poultry seasoning, sage and pepper. Stir in onion mixture. Combine broth and eggs; add to bread mixture and toss to coat. , Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ULTIMATE CROCK POT STUFFING



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Make and share this Ultimate Crock Pot Stuffing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 8h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chopped celery
2 cups chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 (8 ounce) cans mushrooms, drained
12 cups stale bread, cut into cubes
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons sage
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups vegetable broth

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Saute the celery, onion, parsley and mushrooms until onions are soft.
  • In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes and vegetables.
  • Add the poultry seasoning, thyme, sage, pepper, salt and marjoram.
  • Toss together well.
  • Add egg and enough broth to moisten.
  • Lightly pack into slow cooker; cover and cook on high for 45 minutes.
  • Reduce to low and cook for 4 to 8 hours.

CROCK POT STUFFING



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Here's a Crock-Pot stuffing recipe I found in the Calgary Herald and thought I'd share it. I'm going to use it for Christmas with the vegetable stock for my vegetarian so I will add my comments after Christmas.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced celery
1 cup diced tart apple, peeled and cored
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon ground sage
1 teaspoon ground marjoram
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon savory
1/2 teaspoon thyme
12 cups lightly toasted bread, cubes
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 1/2 cups chicken stock or 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock

Steps:

  • In a large fry pan saute onions, celery and apple in butter until onion is just translucent.
  • Stir in sage, marjoram, salt, pepper, savory and thyme.
  • Combine vegetable mixture with the bread cubes and parsley.
  • Toss well.
  • Pour stock over mixture, tossing well.
  • Spoon into your crock-pot.
  • Cover and cook on high for one hour.
  • Reduce to low and continue cooking for 2-3 hours, stirring every hour.
  • As stated for Vegetarians use vegetable stock.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.5, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 13.3, Sodium 615.1, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 5.9, Protein 5.7

SLOW COOKER STUFFING RECIPE



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While your oven will be quite busy during this holiday season, take advantage of your crock pot with this amazingly flavorful and moist slow cooker stuffing.

Provided by Contributor

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5h

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter ((2 sticks))
1 large onion ((diced))
2 cups celery ((chopped))
1 apple ((diced, optional))
¼ cup fresh parsley ((chopped))
1 ½ cups mushrooms ((sliced))
2 10 ounce boxes Mrs. Cubbison's Herb Seasoned Cube Stuffing ((about 10 cups))
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper
4 cups chicken broth
2 eggs ((beaten))

Steps:

  • Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray, set aside.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, celery, apple, parsley, and mushrooms in butter, stirring frequently.
  • Pour bread cubes into a large mixing bowl and pour butter and vegetables on top and combine. Season with poultry seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Pour enough broth to moisten the bread cubes and mix in beaten eggs.
  • Transfer mixture to slow cooker and cover. Cook on high for 45 minutes, then reduce heat to low and cook for 4 to 8 hours. Check occasionally to make sure the sides don't burn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 739 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use stale bread: Stale bread is less likely to turn mushy in the Crock-Pot. If you don't have stale bread, you can dry out fresh bread by spreading it in a single layer on a baking sheet and baking it at 200°F for 15 minutes.
  • Don't overstuff the Crock-Pot: The stuffing should be able to expand as it cooks. If the Crock-Pot is too full, the stuffing will be dense and gummy.
  • Add moisture: The stuffing will dry out in the Crock-Pot, so it's important to add moisture. You can do this by adding broth, water, or melted butter.
  • Season the stuffing well: The stuffing will absorb the flavors of the other ingredients, so it's important to season it well. Use a variety of herbs and spices, such as sage, thyme, rosemary, and garlic powder.
  • Cook the stuffing on low: The stuffing should cook on low for 6-8 hours. This will allow the flavors to develop and the stuffing to cook evenly.

Conclusion:

Crock-Pot stuffing is a delicious and easy way to prepare a holiday meal. By following these tips, you can make sure your stuffing turns out perfect every time.

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