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The Ultimate Guide to Chestnut Stuffing: A Festive, Flavorful, and Foolproof Holiday Side Dish


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 6 cups cubed day-old bread (sourdough, country loaf, or cornbread)
• 1 cup cooked chestnuts, chopped (or canned, drained)
• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp fresh thyme (or ¼ tsp dried)
• ½ tsp sage, chopped
• ½ tsp rosemary, chopped
• Salt & pepper to taste
• ¾ cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 egg (optional, helps bind)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10 minutes until dry and crisp (not browned). Remove and set aside.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté onion and celery 6–8 minutes until soft. Add garlic, thyme, sage, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute more.
  4. Stir in chopped chestnuts and warm through.
  5. In a large bowl, combine toasted bread, chestnut mixture, parsley, and egg (if using).
  6. Gradually pour in broth, stirring gently until evenly moistened (don’t soak).
  7. Transfer to the baking dish and spread evenly.
  8. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
  9. Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more, until golden and crispy on top.

Serve warm alongside roast turkey, gravy, and cranberry sauce—the ultimate Thanksgiving favorite!

💡 Make it ahead: Assemble up to one day in advance, refrigerate, then bake when ready.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 20 mins , Cook Time : 35 mins , Total Time : 55 mins , Servings : 6 , Calories : 190 , Net Carbs: 26g , Fats: 7g , Protein: 6g