Chicken Dressing

Servings: 6 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
A savory, herb-infused stuffing made with tender chicken and toasted bread
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This classic American chicken dressing is the ultimate comfort food side dish, perfect for holiday tables or cozy weeknight dinners. Made with a blend of dried cubed bread, savory chicken broth, and tender shredded chicken, it offers a hearty texture with every bite. Aromatic herbs like sage and thyme, along with sautéed onions and celery, provide a deep, earthy flavor profile that complements roasted meats beautifully. The result is a moist, flavorful casserole that brings warmth and nostalgia to your meal. ItâÂÂs easy to prepare using pantry staples and leftovers, making it a reliable favorite for families who love traditional home-style cooking.

Chicken Dressing

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 servings Calories: 5603.5

Description

This classic American chicken dressing is the ultimate comfort food side dish, perfect for holiday tables or cozy weeknight dinners. Made with a blend of dried cubed bread, savory chicken broth, and tender shredded chicken, it offers a hearty texture with every bite. Aromatic herbs like sage and thyme, along with saut&# 195;©ed onions and celery, provide a deep, earthy flavor profile that complements roasted meats beautifully. The result is a moist, flavorful casserole that brings warmth and nostalgia to your meal. ItâÂÂs easy to prepare using pantry staples and leftovers, making it a reliable favorite for families who love traditional home-style cooking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté diced onions and celery until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add shredded cooked chicken to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes to warm through.
  4. In a large bowl, combine dried bread cubes with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  5. Whisk together chicken broth, eggs, and seasonings (salt, pepper, sage, thyme) in a separate bowl.
  6. Pour the broth mixture evenly over the bread and chicken, tossing gently to moisten all ingredients.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, pressing down lightly to compact.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  10. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the dressing to set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings


Amount Per Serving
Calories 5603.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 336.3g518%
Saturated Fat 101.2g507%
Cholesterol 1458.8mg487%
Sodium 110331.5mg4598%
Total Carbohydrate 228.8g77%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g82%
Sugars 95.6g
Protein 426.9g854%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, dressing, stuffing, bread, herbs, onions, celery, broth, thanksgiving, comfort food, american, side dish, holiday, roasted, sage, thyme, baked, casserole, homemade, traditional, savory
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