Simple Stove Top Stuffing Recipe

This quick and easy stovetop stuffing recipe, adapted from Jean Paré's *Rookie Cook*, is a delicious way to use up leftover bread crusts! We've tweaked the original to reduce butter and use savory chicken broth for perfectly moist, flavorful stuffing. Made with hearty whole wheat bread, this side dish is perfect alongside roasted chicken or your favorite fall meal. Transform freezer-stored bread scraps into a comforting classic in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 218.1 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Simple Stove Top Stuffing

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How to Make Simple Stove Top Stuffing

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup chopped celery and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 teaspoon dried sage, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add this mixture to the saucepan with the onions and celery.
  3. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  4. Add 4 cups of cubed whole wheat bread (about 1 loaf) to the saucepan and stir to combine.
  5. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth, stirring gently until the bread is moist but not soggy.
  6. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
  7. Serve immediately. For baked stuffing: Transfer stuffing to a greased 2-quart casserole dish. Cover and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 30 minutes.
  8. Enjoy as a perfect side dish alongside roasted chicken or turkey!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

37g

Carbs

7g

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