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Slow Cooker Stuffing Recipe: Easy Homemade Flavor in 5 Steps

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This cozy slow cooker stuffing delivers classic holiday flavor with minimal effort. Moist, tender bread cubes are infused with herbs, butter, and veggies for a comforting side dish perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (about 16 cups) hearty bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (French, sourdough, or country loaf; day-old preferred)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 3 celery stalks, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tsp dried parsley)
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped (or 1 tsp dried sage)
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Optional: 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • Optional: 1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: 1 cup cooked sausage crumbles

Instructions

  1. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes. Spread on a baking sheet and let sit overnight, or toast in a 300°F oven for 10-15 minutes until slightly dry but not hard.
  2. Dice onion, celery, and mince garlic. Chop fresh herbs finely.
  3. In a large bowl, combine dried bread cubes, onion, celery, garlic, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to mix. Pour in melted butter and stir until bread is evenly coated.
  4. Whisk together broth and eggs in a separate bowl. Pour over bread mixture, stirring gently so everything is moistened but not soggy. Adjust with more broth or bread as needed.
  5. Fold in optional add-ins like cranberries, nuts, or sausage if desired.
  6. Lightly coat slow cooker insert with nonstick spray or line with parchment. Spoon stuffing mix into cooker, spreading evenly but not packing tightly.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours. Check at the 3-hour mark (low) or 1.5-hour mark (high); stuffing should be moist with crisp edges. Prop lid open for last 30 minutes for browning if desired.
  8. Let stuffing rest in slow cooker (lid off) for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Use day-old bread for best texture. For gluten-free, substitute gluten-free bread and check broth labels. For vegan, use olive oil or vegan butter, vegetable broth, and omit eggs (add extra broth to bind). Sautéing onions and celery before mixing adds deeper flavor. Don’t overmix to keep stuffing light. If stuffing is too wet, uncover and cook longer; if too dry, add a splash of broth. Stuffing can be kept warm in the slow cooker for up to 2 hours.

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Keywords: stuffing, slow cooker, Thanksgiving, holiday, comfort food, easy, bread, herbs, side dish, crockpot

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