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Crockpot Stuffing
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Crockpot Stuffing

This easy crockpot stuffing uses rustic French bread, fresh herbs, and sautéed veggies for perfect texture and crispy edges—no oven space required.
Course Crockpot Meals, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Crockpot Stuffing, Sage Stuffing, Stuffing in the Crockpot, Thanksgiving Stuffing, Traditional Stuffing
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 Loaf French Bread, sliced and torn into small pieces, dried any kind of sturdy, crusty bread will work, such as Italian or sourdough
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 large Onion, diced
  • 3-4 Ribs of Celery, diced
  • 4-5 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Sage, finely chopped 1 tsp dried sage
  • 1/2 tbsp Fresh Thyme, finely chopped 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp Fresh Rosemary, finely minced 1/4 tsp dried rosemary
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped 2 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tbsp Knorr Bouillon Chicken Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 Cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth

Instructions

  • Place dried torn French bread into a greased 6-quart crockpot.
  • Melt butter in a skillet; sauté onions, celery, and garlic for 7–8 minutes.
  • Add sage, thyme, rosemary, and parsley; cook 1–2 minutes. Stir in bouillon and black pepper.
  • Pour mixture over bread and gently fold together.
  • Add 2 cups broth and lightly stir to moisten.
  • Cook on HIGH for 1.5 - 2 hours without stirring or taking the lid off. Fluff and serve.
    Add more broth if you prefer a softer texture.

Notes

To make this in the oven, prepare the stuffing exactly as written. Place the mixture in a greased 9x13 baking dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake another 10-20 minutes depending on how crispy you want the top! 
Make-Ahead:
  • Tear the bread up to 24 hours ahead and let it dry on the counter.
  • Sauté the vegetables and chop the herbs the day before.
Storage:
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the microwave or crockpot; crisp in a skillet if desired.