Make classic buttery herb stuffing in your slow cooker to save oven space during holiday meals. This recipe delivers delicious flavor with crispy edges.
Author:charliehayes
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:4 hours
Total Time:4 hours 20 min
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Slow Cooker
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup butter, melted
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
6 cups cubed day-old bread (about 10–12 slices)
2 cups chicken broth
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Instructions
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes and the cooked onion mixture.
In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth and beaten egg. Pour over the bread mixture and toss gently to combine.
Transfer the stuffing mixture to a lightly greased 6-quart slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until heated through and the edges are slightly crispy. For crispier edges, you can remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Notes
Using day-old bread is key for the best texture.
You can add other herbs like rosemary or parsley if desired.
For a richer flavor, use turkey broth instead of chicken broth.
To make ahead, prepare the stuffing mixture up to the point of adding the broth and egg, then store covered in the refrigerator. Add the liquid ingredients just before cooking.