Free up the Oven, Make Stuffing in a Crockpot!
This is a go-to stuffing recipe for us, once you try it you’ll see why. It’s just as good as what you can make in the oven and it takes less tending to, so you can manage the rest of your Thanksgiving menu. Boxed stuffing is popular, but once I tried this made-from-scratch crockpot stuffing version I was hooked. You’ll love all the fresh, real flavor it has when it’s homemade—plus it’s easier to make than you’d think. This stuffing is packed with fresh herbs, freshly dried bread cubes (I listed store-bought bread cubes as an option just in case you don’t have time to make your own), and has the perfect amount of butter and veggies. On Thanksgiving, we all know how little oven space is available so it always helps to either be able to make some of it ahead of time or in the slow cooker. This recipe is a game-changer for a busy kitchen. And believe it or not, I think you’ll love the way the slow cooker cooks the stuffing. You get a soft buttery center and deliciously crisp edges—the best of both worlds for the perfect easy Thanksgiving stuffing recipe. I hope this recipe becomes a staple for your Thanksgiving dinner sides! It’s just one of those timeless classics that always pleases.
How to Make Stuffing in a Crockpot
Can I make crockpot stuffing in advance?
You can dry the bread cubes the day before, let cool then store in an airtight container. Bread can even be dried months in advance and frozen. Then thaw overnight before adding. You can also saute the veggies the day before, reheat briefly in the microwave so butter becomes liquid again.
Tips for the Best Slow Cooker Stuffing
For this recipe, I highly recommend drying your own bread cubes. Today I did a side-by-side comparison of the version I dried myself (which is that pictured here) and then one using the store-bought bread cubes. The homemade bread holds up much better and just had a better flavor – so I say a day or two before Thanksgiving dry your own and they’ll be ready to use Thanksgiving day. It’s worth the extra effort. I like to leave stuffing pretty basic but you can definitely add in some mushrooms with this (if doing so add in along with the garlic), or you could add in a pound of cooked sausage when tossing it all together.
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