Cajun Cornbread Dressing Recipe

Spice up your holiday table with this zesty Cajun Cornbread Dressing! A delicious and flavorful side dish, perfect alongside roasted Cornish hens or your favorite Thanksgiving feast. This recipe features a savory blend of Cajun spices, succulent sausage, and tender vegetables, all baked to golden perfection in a cornbread crumb base. Get ready for a taste of Louisiana comfort food!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 406.5 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cajun Cornbread Dressing

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How to Make Cajun Cornbread Dressing

  1. **Seasoning Mix:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Set aside.
  2. **Sauté Vegetables:** Melt 1/2 cup butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), and 4 cloves garlic (minced). Add 2 bay leaves.
  3. **Cook Vegetables:** Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened but still slightly crisp.
  4. **Bloom Spices:** Stir in the prepared Cajun seasoning mix and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  5. **Add Sausage and Broth:** Add 1 lb Andouille sausage (removed from casings and chopped), 2 cups chicken broth, and 1 tbsp Tabasco sauce (or to taste).
  6. **Simmer:** Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  7. **Remove from Heat:** Remove from heat and stir in 4 cups crumbled cornbread, 1 cup milk, and 2 large eggs, lightly beaten.
  8. **Bake:** Pour the dressing mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  9. **Bake:** Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

60 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

77g

Carbs

3g

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