Description
Golden, crunchy, and deeply aromatic, this Crispy Herb Stuffing is not just a side dish—it’s the kind of recipe that quietly steals the spotlight at any table. With rustic bread cubes toasted to perfection, caramelized onions, and an infusion of fresh herbs, each bite is a savory celebration of texture and flavor. Whether you’re after a quick dinner idea, healthy side, or just comforting food with crispy edges, this easy recipe is your go-to.
Ingredients
8 cups crusty bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 yellow onions, diced
3 celery stalks, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups vegetable or chicken broth, warmed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until dried and slightly golden. Let cool.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add olive oil. Sauté onions and celery for 10–12 minutes until softened and starting to caramelize.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in rosemary, thyme, and parsley. Let them cook for 2 minutes to release flavor.
5. In a large bowl, combine toasted bread and sautéed aromatics. Gradually pour in warm broth, tossing gently to combine. Add salt and pepper.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with extra olive oil.
7. Bake uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden brown. Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crispiness.
Notes
For extra crunch, broil the stuffing for the last 2 minutes.
Use day-old bread for best texture—it soaks without becoming mushy.
Feel free to swap in other herbs like sage or marjoram to fit your meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: crispy stuffing, Thanksgiving sides, easy dinner, healthy snack, bread stuffing