Description
Golden and toasty with an herb-kissed aroma, this Crispy Herb Stuffing is the ultimate easy dinner side that brings crunchy texture and rich flavor to any meal. Whether you’re looking for a Thanksgiving classic, a cozy addition to weeknight dinner ideas, or a make-ahead option for holiday food prep, this easy recipe is packed with satisfying comfort and savory depth.
Ingredients
8 cups crusty bread cubes (day-old or toasted)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 cups chopped yellow onion
1 1/4 cups chopped celery
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups vegetable broth, warmed
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 300°F. Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for 25 minutes until dry and golden. Let cool.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery; sauté for 10-12 minutes until soft and golden. Stir in rosemary and thyme and cook for 1 more minute.
3. In a large bowl, combine toasted bread, sautéed veggies, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Drizzle in warm broth, tossing until bread is evenly moistened but not soggy.
5. Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and gently press into an even layer.
6. Bake at 375°F for 40-45 minutes until top is golden brown and crispy. Serve warm.
Notes
Use a wide, shallow baking dish for maximum crispy surface.
Make ahead by assembling unbaked stuffing the day before and refrigerating.
For extra crunch, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end—just keep a close eye on it!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 238
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 568mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: crispy herb stuffing, holiday side, easy stuffing recipe, vegetarian stuffing, Thanksgiving stuffing