Italian Stuffing (For the Crock Pot)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Slow Cooker Italian Stuffing - Perfect for a Comforting Dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

3 hours on low

Ready In

3 hours 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb rye cocktail bread , loaf
1 package herb stuffing mix
2 chicken drumsticks
1 lb hot Italian sausage
1 cup zucchini
1 garlic clove , crushed
1 package frozen spinach
1 cup celery
1 cup carrot
1 cup onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon nutmeg
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup cooking wine , white
black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
290
Sugar
2g
Fat
14g
This Slow Cooker Italian Stuffing recipe is an all-rounder; it is perfect for holidays or any get-together and can complement any meat recipe. The recipe is diced bread combined with chicken, Italian sausage, vegetables, and flavoring. It is perfect for a crockpot and can result in perfect stuffing. With all the ingredients and necessary steps, it can turn out to be a delightful and filling dinner, that too effortless to make. With each bite, it gives the perfect Italian feel and comfort.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Cut bread into cubes, then place on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until lightly toasted. Set aside in a large bowl.
3.In a pan, cook chicken drumsticks over medium heat until browned. Add to the bread bowl.
4.In the same pan, cook Italian sausage until browned. Add to bread bowl.
5.In another pan, sauté zucchini, garlic, frozen spinach, celery, carrots, onion, and butter until vegetables are slightly tender.
6.Add the vegetable mixture to the bread bowl.
7.Add herb stuffing mix, cumin, nutmeg, black pepper, chicken broth, cooking wine to the bread bowl and mix until well combined.
8.Transfer stuffing mixture into the crockpot and cook on low for 2-3 hours. Serve hot.

PROS

A perfect blend of tasty ingredients makes it a must-have for the season.
Great for holidays and family gatherings.

The Slow Cooker saves your time and allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in perfect stuffing.

CONS

If any leftovers, stuffing may dry out.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The inclusion of vegetables like spinach, celery, carrots, and zucchini enhances the nutritional value of the recipe.
The use of chicken broth is great for protein, and the recipe can be made low fat by using a chicken broth without fat. Alternate options for bread are also available for health enthusiasts.

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