Here’s a classic Southern-style Cornbread Dressing recipe—comforting, flavorful, and perfect for holidays or a cozy dinner.
Cornbread Dressing 🍞🥣
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
Cornbread Base:
- 4 cups crumbled cornbread (day-old works best)
- 1 cup all-purpose bread, cubed or torn
Vegetables & Flavor:
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper (optional), chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Liquid & Seasoning:
- 2–3 cups chicken or vegetable broth (adjust for desired moisture)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried sage (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
Optional:
- 1/2 cup melted butter (adds richness)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cornbread Base
- Crumble day-old cornbread into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the cubed bread and toss to combine.
2. Sauté Vegetables
- In a skillet, melt butter or heat oil over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic until soft and fragrant (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in parsley and remove from heat.
3. Combine Ingredients
- Add sautéed vegetables to the bread mixture.
- Sprinkle in salt, pepper, sage, thyme, and poultry seasoning.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth gradually until the mixture is moist but not soupy.
- Stir in beaten eggs to help bind the dressing.
4. Bake the Dressing
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Transfer the dressing mixture into the dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
Serving Tips
- Serve hot alongside roast chicken, turkey, or pork.
- Garnish with extra fresh parsley for color.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.
💡 Pro Tips
- Using day-old cornbread prevents the dressing from becoming too mushy.
- For extra flavor, add cooked sausage, bacon, or mushrooms to the vegetable mix.
- If you like it creamier, mix in a little sour cream or cream before baking.
I can also make a shortcut “skillet cornbread dressing” recipe that’s done in one pan in 20 minutes for weeknights.
Do you want me to do that?
