Classic Southern Chicken and Dressing Recipe to Love
A timeless Southern dish combining tender chicken, cornbread dressing, and fresh herbs, perfect for family gatherings and holiday meals.
Ingredients
- 4 cups crumbled cornbread
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onions
- 2 teaspoons fresh sage chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 4 cups chicken broth adjust as needed for moisture
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Instructions
- repare the Cornbread: Bake cornbread according to your favorite recipe or use store-bought. Let it cool, then crumble it into a large mixing bowl.
- Cook the Chicken: Use boiled or rotisserie chicken. Shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, melt butter and sauté diced onions and celery until softened and translucent.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed vegetables, shredded chicken, crumbled cornbread, and fresh herbs into the mixing bowl. Gradually add chicken broth and stir until the mixture is moist but not soggy.
- Season and Taste: Add salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning. Mix well and taste to adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Bake the Dressing: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Let the dressing rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, mix in cooked sausage, cranberries, or mushrooms.
- If the mixture is too dry, add more chicken broth a little at a time before baking.
- Make it vegetarian by replacing chicken with sautéed mushrooms and using vegetable broth.
Nutrition (Optional):
(Approximate, per serving)- Calories: 320
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 32g