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19 Stuffing Recipes to Add to Your Perfect Thanksgiving Menu

October 15, 2025 by Amanda Tyler Leave a Comment

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What goes best with turkey? The answer is obviously a resounding “stuffing”! You might have finished your Thanksgiving menu, but there is still time to put these stuffing recipes together. 

Enjoy!

Southern Cornbread Dressing

Southern Cornbread Dressing.

Image Credit: Jennifer Cooks.

My grandmother’s Southern Cornbread Dressing is the highlight of our family’s Thanksgiving Day. This succulent dressing is brimming with cornbread, rich turkey drippings, seasoned vegetables, and aromatic herbs!

Get the Recipe: Southern Cornbread Dressing

 

Sourdough Bread Stuffing With Sausage and Herbs

Sourdough Bread Stuffing with Sausage and Herbs.

Image Credit: Wholemade Living.

Put that “flavored” boxed stuffing mix away this Thanksgiving and serve this sourdough bread stuffing with sausage and herbs for your holiday meal. You will love it, and your efforts in ditching the box for this homemade stuffing recipe will be very much appreciated!

Get the Recipe: Sourdough Bread Stuffing with Sausage and Herbs

 

Fennel, Prune, and Pork Stuffing

Fennel, prune and pork stuffing,.

Image Credit: Caroline’s Cooking.

This fennel, prune, and pork stuffing is easy to put together with a delicious combination of savory flavors and little bursts of sweet prune mixed in. A wonderful accompaniment to a festive meal.

Get the Recipe: Fennel, prune and pork stuffing

 

Mom’s Sausage Stuffing

Mom’s Sausage Stuffing.

Image Credit: Flavorful Eats.

Mom’s sausage stuffing recipe is a homemade dish made with sausage, onion, garlic, celery, hand-torn bread, and a variety of spices. It’s always a big hit, and Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without it!

Get the Recipe: Mom’s Sausage Stuffing

 

Slow Cooker Stuffing

Slow Cooker Stuffing.

Image Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

Maximize your oven space this Thanksgiving by preparing a delicious Slow Cooker Stuffing. Cooking stuffing in your crock pot will surely impress every stuffing lover at your table with its tender texture and aromatic flavors.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Stuffing

Stuffing Muffins Recipe

Stuffing Muffins Recipe a yummy addition to your Thanksgiving table.

Image Credit: My Unentitled Life.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, my absolute favorite holiday! It’s a time to gather with family and simply celebrate our togetherness. I’ve been on the hunt for an exciting new recipe to try out this year, and I stumbled upon stuffing muffins. What a brilliant idea! I’m definitely going to make them.

Get the Recipe: Stuffing Muffins Recipe 

 

Herbed Apple and Pumpernickel Stuffing

Herbed Apple and Pumpernickel Stuffing.

Image Credit: The Forked Spoon.

Easy Herbed Apple and Pumpernickel Stuffing Recipe—Pumpernickel and Sourdough bread combine in this hearty, healthy, and completely vegetarian version of everyone’s favorite Thanksgiving side dish, stuffing!

Get the Recipe: Herbed Apple and Pumpernickel Stuffing

 

Pumpkin With Apple-Cashew Stuffing

Pumpkin with Apple-Cashew Stuffing.

Image Credit: A Well Seasoned Kitchen.

This Roasted Pumpkin with Apple-Cashew Stuffing is beautiful, elegant, delicious, healthy – and perfect for Thanksgiving, too! A hollowed-out pumpkin is stuffed with a mixture of cooked rice, quinoa, herbed stuffing, apples, cashews, onions, celery, and spices. Easy to prepare and impressive to serve.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin with Apple-Cashew Stuffing

 

Challah and Sausage Stuffing 

Challah and Sausage Stuffing (Dressing).

Image Credit: The Sage Apron.

Thanksgiving wouldn’t be the same without a generous helping of challah and sausage stuffing! This unique take on a classic American holiday dish features challah bread, breakfast sausage, fresh herbs, and plenty of butter for a side that’s simply mouthwatering.

Get the Recipe: Challah and Sausage Stuffing 

 

Easy Southern Dressing (Stuffing)

Easy Southern Dressing (Stuffing) in the Air Fryer.

Image Credit: Little Black Skillet.

This Southern-style air fryer dressing, often referred to as stuffing, is a culinary game changer. As the turkey roasts and the various holiday side dishes fill up the oven, the air fryer comes to the rescue, offering a quick and convenient way to prepare this flavorful side. This dish is packed with savory herbs, buttery bread, and a delightful blend of flavors, making it a must-have addition to any holiday meal. With its crispy exterior and moist, fragrant interior, it elevates the dining experience and brings a taste of the South to your festive table.

Get the Recipe: Easy Southern Dressing (Stuffing)

Bacon, Sage and Onion Stuffing

Bacon, Sage and Onion Stuffing.

Image Credit: Maple and Mango.

This homemade sage and onion stuffing, enriched with bacon, is so delectable that it guarantees everyone will be asking for seconds! It’s an ideal side dish for Thanksgiving or any festive occasion, brimming with succulent, savory tastes.

Get the Recipe: Bacon, Sage and Onion Stuffing

 

Chicken Stuffing Casserole

Chicken Stuffing Casserole.

Image Credit: The Feathered Nester.

 You’ll love this chicken stuffing casserole bake recipe with creamy mushroom sauce and savory stovetop stuffing. 

Get the Recipe: Chicken Stuffing Casserole

 

Leftover Stuffing Crackers

Leftover Stuffing Crackers.

Image Credit: Food Meanderings.

If you have leftover dressing from Thanksgiving dinner or any other holiday meal, and you’re unsure what to do with your extra stuffing, you’ll love making these Leftover Stuffing Crackers! They are quick and easy to prepare, and they taste incredible. If you don’t have leftover stuffing at the moment, be sure to save this recipe for when you do!

Get the Recipe: Leftover Stuffing Crackers

 

Easy Wild Rice Stuffing

Easy Wild Rice Stuffing.

Image Credit: Craving Something Healthy.

Serve this stuffing alongside roasted fall vegetables, my sweet potato souffle, and Boursin mashed potatoes for your holiday dinner.

Get the Recipe: Easy Wild Rice Stuffing

 

Air Fryer Whiskey, Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing

Air Fryer Whiskey, Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing.

Image Credit: Xoxo Bella.

This air fryer whiskey, sausage, and cranberry stuffing is incredibly delicious. Using an air fryer to bake the stuffing allows you to free up space for other dishes in the oven or on the stove. It’s the ideal stuffing for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Did you know you can make bourbon or whiskey stuffing using pork sausage in your air fryer? Well, you can, and it’s fantastic!

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Whiskey, Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing

 

Stovetop Stuffing

Stovetop Stuffing.

Image Credit: Peter’s Food Adventures.

This simple Stovetop Stuffing recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone, especially the cook. It’s a one-pot dish brimming with flavor and doesn’t require any baking. Far more delicious than any boxed mix, it’s the ideal accompaniment for a Deep Fried Turkey or Roast Chicken dinner.

Get the Recipe: Stovetop Stuffing

 

Ham & Gruyere Stuffing

Ham & Gruyere Stuffing.

Image Credit: Homemade on a Weeknight.

This Ham and Gruyere Stuffing elevates your traditional stuffing with a robust burst of flavor.

Get the Recipe: Ham & Gruyere Stuffing

 

French Meat Stuffing

French Meat Stuffing: A Beloved Family Recipe for Thanksgiving.

Image Credit: Our Crafty Mom.

Prepare a traditional French meat stuffing for Thanksgiving or Christmas. This savory filling can be enjoyed as a side dish or used as a filling for a classic French meat pie.

Get the Recipe: French Meat Stuffing

Herb and Vegetable Stuffing Recipe

Herb and Vegetable Stuffing Recipe.

Image Credit: Stretch and Folds.

This herb and vegetable stuffing is my favorite Thanksgiving side dish! It’s a tried-and-true recipe that never disappoints, featuring perfectly seasoned vegetables, fresh herbs, and a golden, crispy topping.

Get the Recipe: Herb and Vegetable Stuffing Recipe

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