Easy Crockpot Stuffing Recipe (Slow Cooker Dressing)
Indulge in cozy holiday comfort with this easy crockpot stuffing — perfectly seasoned, slow-cooked, and bursting with classic Thanksgiving flavor!
We love a good meal shared with friends and family during the holiday season! This savory slow cooker dressing simplifies holiday prep without compromising flavor.
There’s something magical about the smell of stuffing filling the house — that warm, buttery aroma that says, “Yes, it’s finally the holidays!” Between the turkey, mashed potatoes, and teenagers asking when the pie will be ready, I’m all about simple dishes that still taste like Grandma made them.
There are infinite variations when it comes to stuffing, but today I want to share a super easy crockpot version with you. This savory recipe is a family favorite around here and perfect for Thanksgiving dinner.
This slow cooker stuffing recipe is the secret weapon for stress-free Thanksgiving cooking. It saves oven space, makes cleanup a breeze, and allows you the freedom to actually enjoy that glass of wine instead of playing “kitchen Tetris” with side dishes.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This crockpot stuffing has everything you want in a classic stuffing — soft, savory bread cubes, perfectly seasoned vegetables, and just the right touch of moisture from rich stock. It’s buttery, aromatic, and ridiculously easy to make.
Just toss everything in the slow cooker, set it, and walk away. It’ll fill your kitchen with those nostalgic Thanksgiving smells and deliver all the savoriness you crave without any of the fuss.
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Stuffing can be cooked in several ways. Often it is made on the stovetop only, like this keto stove top stuffing.
Some people like to stuff the cavity of the chicken or turkey before cooking it (hence the name). We also love to mix it with cooked sausage in a large casserole dish for the perfect side on Thanksgiving day.
Using this crockpot stuffing recipe is a great way to not only save time, but also save valuable oven space or room on the stovetop. I love that you can set the cooking time and forget it until dinner.
Easy Crockpot Stuffing
Ingredients
- Salted butter – Melts into the bread cubes and helps sauté your onions and celery to golden perfection.
- White onion, diced – Adds that familiar, homey aroma and depth every good stuffing recipe needs.
- Celery stalks, diced – Brings a bit of crunch and freshness to balance out the richness.
- Poultry seasoning – The heart of every stuffing; think sage, marjoram, and cozy comfort.
- Turkey stock – Infuses the mixture with flavor and keeps everything moist without turning soggy.
- Eggs – Bind the stuffing together so it holds up when you serve it.
- Dried thyme – Adds a woodsy note.
- Dried rosemary – A fragrant touch that complements the poultry seasoning beautifully.
- Fresh parsley – Brightens everything up and adds a little freshness.
- Dried cranberries (optional) – For a pop of color and a sweet-tart twist that pairs perfectly with turkey.
- White unseasoned bread cubes – The foundation of all great stuffing recipes, ready to soak up all that buttery goodness.
Instructions
1. Dice the celery and onion.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Add celery and onion. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
3. Remove from heat and add poultry seasoning. Mix well and allow to come to room temperature.
4. Spray the inside of the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
5. Add dry bread cubes to the slow cooker.
6. Top with 2 cups of broth, the cooked vegetables, cranberries, and remaining herbs.
7. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs.
8. Add them to the crockpot stuffing mixture.
9. Mix everything together well.
10. Add additional stock, if needed, to moisten all of the bread cubes.
11. Cook on low for 3 hours or high for 1 hour.
12. Stir halfway through cooking and add more broth if needed.
Alternative Ingredients
- Swap chicken broth for turkey stock.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for an aromatic punch.
- Add cooked Italian sausage for a hearty crockpot sausage stuffing.
- Toss in fresh cranberries or diced apples for sweetness.
- Mix in mushrooms for extra earthiness.
Tips and Tricks
- Keep the slow cooker on the warm setting until ready to serve.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to a baking dish and broil for 3–5 minutes if you love crispy edges.
- Store leftover stuffing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- I love to use French bread for this stuffing, but you can use any type of bread you like best. If you are looking for a low-carb option, you could also try my keto stuffing recipe.
- Make your own bread cubes by using slightly stale or day-old bread. If the bread is still quite fresh, you can also toast it for a few minutes in a single layer on a baking sheet. You could use whole wheat bread slices or even stale hot dog buns!
- Check the bakery section of your local grocery store for bags of unseasoned stuffing cubes and save yourself some prep time.
More of Our Holiday Favorites
- Do you have leftover turkey? Make these turkey cranberry sliders or turkey salad sandwiches!
- We also love this apple cranberry stuffing recipe – it’s a great variation to try!
- My mom always makes the best side dishes for Thanksgiving dinner! Try her classic yams recipe this year.
- This cranberry salsa recipe is a family favorite and makes the perfect appetizer!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make crockpot stuffing ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble everything in the crockpot, cover it, and refrigerate overnight. When ready, bring it to room temperature and cook as directed.
How do I keep stuffing from getting too soggy?
Use slightly stale bread cubes and add just enough stock to moisten. You can always add more liquid, but you can’t take it out!
Can I reheat stuffing in the microwave?
Absolutely. Just transfer a portion to a microwave-safe dish, cover with a damp paper towel, and heat in short bursts to keep it moist.
What type of bread works best for stuffing?
French bread, sourdough, or white sandwich bread all work great. Just make sure it’s a little dry so it soaks up all that flavor.
Can I freeze leftover stuffing?
Yes! Let it cool completely, then store in an airtight container or freezer bag. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warm.
Whether you’re juggling a full Thanksgiving dinner or just craving a little holiday comfort, this slow cooker stuffing delivers every bit of homemade flavor with half the effort. Trust me, once you try this easy method, you’ll never go back to the oven again.
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Crockpot Stuffing
Ingredients
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 white onion diced
- 4 celery stalks diced
- 3 tsp poultry seasoning
- 2-3 cups turkey stock
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley
- ¼ cup dried cranberries optional
- 8 cups white unseasoned bread cubes
Instructions
- Dice the celery and onion.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Add celery and onion. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Remove from heat and add poultry seasoning. Mix well and allow to come to room temperature.
- Spray the inside of the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
- Add dry bread cubes to the crockpot.
- Top with 2 cups of broth, vegetable mixture, cranberries, and remaining herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk the eggs.
- Add the beaten eggs to the crockpot.
- Mix everything together well.
- Add additional chicken stock, if needed, to moisten all of the bread cubes.
- Cook on low for 3 hours or high for 1 hour.
- Check the bread mixture halfway through the cook and add more stock if needed.
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Notes
- Keep the slow cooker on the warm setting until ready to serve.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to a baking dish and broil for 3–5 minutes if you love crispy edges.
- Store leftover stuffing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- I love to use French bread for this stuffing, but you can use any type of bread you like best. If you are looking for a low-carb option, you could also try my keto stuffing recipe.
- Make your own bread cubes by using slightly stale or day-old bread. If the bread is still quite fresh, you can also toast it for a few minutes in a single layer on a baking sheet. You could use whole wheat bread slices or even stale hot dog buns!
- Check the bakery section of your local grocery store for bags of unseasoned stuffing cubes and save yourself some prep time.
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