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Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (1)Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and this year I set out on a mission to make a paleo stuffing recipe for the holiday. It has been several years since I enjoyed stuffing on Thanksgiving. My family always makes stuffing for the holiday, but it isn’t gluten free or paleo. So this year, I’m making some paleo stuffing to bring to the meal.

Stuffing is always my favorite food to eat on Thanksgiving, and it always has been since I was a little kid. It’s not usually the healthiest thing to eat, but it tastes so good. This paleo stuffing recipe is a much healthier version than the boxed stuffing mixes you find at the store.

I’m always making fresh paleo bread for sandwiches so I thought that I should be able to use my favorite paleo bread to create a stuffing recipe. Stuffing is just made from dried bread cubes with vegetables and spices, so why shouldn’t it work?. I was happy to discover that my paleo stuffing recipe for Thanksgiving turned out delicious.Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (2)

Using any Kind of Paleo Bread for this Paleo Stuffing Recipe

For this stuffing recipe, you’ll need 2 and 1/2 cups of bread cubes. You can use any kind of paleo bread for the bread cubes..so if you have a recipe you already like for the bread, you can use it! There are a few companies that also sell paleo bread you can buy online too. I haven’t tried it before, but you could try using it if you prefer not to make bread for this recipe.

I have tried making paleo stuffing from my paleo loaf bread recipe and my almond flour bread recipe. They both turned out great! I usually use my paleo loaf bread to make the stuffing though because it is made with only coconut flour. I just prefer the taste of coconut flour bread compared to almond flour bread.Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (3)

How to Make Paleo Stuffing:

Making stuffing isn’t too complicated, luckily. I first sliced my loaf of plaeo bread in to small cubes.

Then,to make this paleo stuffing, I followed directions I found online for how to make dried bread crumbs. Most of the recipes recommended coating the bread cubes with olive oil or butter then heating them on a low temperature until the bread cubes are lightly toasted. This worked out great with my paleo bread.

Next, I just followed a conventional recipe for making stuffing with butter or oil, vegetables and spices.Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (4)

I’m so glad that I was able to prefect the recipe before the holiday so I can bring it to our get-together and see what everyone else thinks of the paleo stuffing.

Stove Top or Stuffing Turkey/Chicken

I typically make this paleo stuffing on the stove as it is very quick and easy to make. You can also use this recipe to create a paleo stuffing to stuff a chicken or turkey. I’ve used the same method below for stuffing a turkey.Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (5)

Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (6)

Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving

This paleo stuffing is made from paleo bread with fresh vegetables and spices. The stuffing tastes just like conventional made stuffing. It is soft, fluffy, moist and so delicious! This stuffing recipe is gluten free, grain free, dairy free, and paleo.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 174kcal

Author: Lori Ryman

Ingredients

Instructions

To Make the Paleo Bread Cubes

  • Take a loaf of paleo bread and slice it into small cubes. I use my paleo loaf bread recipe, but any kind of paleo bread will work – just make sure that after you slice it, you get 2 and 1/2 cups of bread cubes.

  • Put the bread cubes on a baking sheet, drizzle them with olive oil and bake them in the oven at 250 degrees for about 30 minutes to 1 hour or until the bread cubes are lightly toasted.

To Make the Paleo Stuffing

  • In a sauce pan or pot combine butter (or butter substitute), vegetable stock, thyme leaves, ground sage, pepper, and sea salt. Heat to a low boil for about 5 minutes then remove from heat.

  • Dice the onion, celery stalks and carrot and mix in a large pot with bread cubes

  • Slowly pour the heated mixture from the sauce pan into the pot with stuffing and stir.

  • Cover the pot of stuffing and let it sit for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can also use this same method to stuff a chicken or turkey.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.6g | Protein: 3.9g | Fat: 14.8g | Saturated Fat: 10.8g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 304mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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  1. Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (9)Peter Cyrus Ghaffari

    Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (10)
    I love your recipes! I have a lot of diet restrictions. I am allergic to animal products, gluten and corn. I am sensitive to a lot of other stuff. Thanks a lot.

    Reply

  2. Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (11)Debbie

    Can you make this a day ahead and heat in the oven or microwave?

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    • Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (12)Lori Ryman

      Yes, absolutely. You can easily reheat it.

      Reply

  3. Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (13)Darcy

    It isn’t dairy free if it has butter or ghee in it. FYI.

    Reply

    • Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (14)Lori Ryman

      Yes, butter and ghee are not dairy free. That’s why coconut oil is listed as an option next to butter and ghee. Coconut oil is dairy free 🙂

      Reply

  4. Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (15)Cinnamon Vogue

    Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (16)
    This looks great Lori. From the beautiful color I can tell you did an amazing job. Nice to know the Almond flour option for this. I never knew that.

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    • Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (17)Lori

      Thank you!

      Reply

      • Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (18)Sandi

        Have you tried this recipe with Ezeckial bread? if not, do you think it would taste just as good?

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        • Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (19)Lori

          Hi Sandi, I haven’t tried this Ezeckial bread. It should work with any kind of bread though. Let us know how it turns out if you give it a try!

          Reply

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Paleo Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving (2024)

FAQs

How much stuffing is enough? ›

How much stuffing should be used in a stuffed chicken or turkey? The amount of stuffing to use in a chicken or turkey depends on the size of the bird and personal preference. As a general guideline, you'll need about 3/4 to 1 cup of stuffing per pound of poultry.

Is stuffing better with or without eggs? ›

It's a matter of preference, but adding a beaten egg to your stuffing mixture acts as a binder and keeps the bread moist.

Why is my turkey stuffing soggy? ›

The stuffing should be moist but not wet. If there is a puddle of broth at the bottom of the bowl, you've added too much. Add more bread to soak up the excess moisture.

How much stuffing do I need for 20 people? ›

How much stuffing do you need for Thanksgiving? Plan to serve about 3/4 cup of stuffing per guest.

How much stuffing do I need for 14 people? ›

In order to fill the cavity of the bird you are stuffing, you should make 3/4 cup of stuffing per person. You may not be able to fit all the stuffing into your turkey.

What can you use as a binder instead of eggs in stuffing? ›

16 egg substitutes
  1. Mashed banana. Mashed banana can act as a binding agent when baking or making pancake batter. ...
  2. Applesauce. Applesauce can also act as a binding agent. ...
  3. Fruit puree. Fruit puree will help bind a recipe in a similar way to applesauce. ...
  4. Avocado. ...
  5. Gelatin. ...
  6. Xanthan gum. ...
  7. Vegetable oil and baking powder. ...
  8. Margarine.
Mar 30, 2021

What does adding egg to stuffing do? ›

Eggs: Two lightly beaten eggs help hold the dressing together and add moisture.

What can I substitute for eggs in stuffing? ›

Best Egg Substitutes
  • Flaxseed Meal. Flaxseeds have an earthy, nutty flavor and are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. ...
  • Chia Seeds. ...
  • Mashed Banana. ...
  • Applesauce. ...
  • Silken Tofu. ...
  • Aquafaba. ...
  • Starches. ...
  • Vinegar + Baking Powder.

What can I add to stuffing for more flavor? ›

Fruit, especially dried fruit like raisins, cranberries, figs and apricots can seriously improve a dreary box of stuffing. That bit of sweetness plays beautifully with other flavors on the table. I've found that fresh fruits like apples and pears are stellar as well.

Is it OK to make stuffing a day ahead of time? ›

No matter where you fall, getting a head start on what can be prepared before the big day is essential. One question that always crops up: Can you make stuffing ahead of time? The short answer to whether you can making stuffing ahead of time is yes.

What do Southerners call stuffing? ›

But for the Thanksgiving side dish in the South, the term dressing was adopted in place of stuffing, which was viewed as a crude term, during the Victorian era. Although dressing and stuffing are interchangeable terms, the signature ingredient of this Thanksgiving side dish in the South is cornbread.

Why is my stuffing gummy? ›

If the stuffing came out too wet and soggy (aka bread soup!) try not to over mix it, otherwise it'll turn into mush. Curtis Stone says to pour it on a large sheet tray and spread it out. Bake it on high heat to crisp it up, but make sure it doesn't burn.

Is stove top stuffing bad for you? ›

Like many convenience foods, Stove Top stuffing has gotten a bad rap in recent years, especially from people who have *opinions* about what is healthy to eat. It's got too much sodium, there are weird ingredients that you can't pronounce, and it's just better to make your own stuffing. But “better” is subjective.

Why can't you refrigerate uncooked stuffing? ›

USDA recommends that you never refrigerate uncooked stuffing. Why? Remember, stuffing can harbor bacteria, and though bacteria grow slower in the refrigerator they can cause problems because stuffing is a good medium for bacteria growth, therefore a higher risk food in terms of cooking safely.

How do I know how much stuffing I need? ›

The amount of stuffing you require is entirely up to your plumpness preference. This stuffing is machine washable in cold water. 1LB will fill 1x 18” x 18 pillow form. 2 LB will fill 1x standard sleeping pillow (20” x 26”).

What is the average serving size of stuffing? ›

For small cuts of meat or poultry, such as a boneless chicken breast, pork chop, lamb breast, crown pork roast, or roulade of beef, allow about 1/2 cup of prepared stuffing per serving.

How many people does 6 oz of stuffing feed? ›

How much stuffing per person? A 14-ounce bag of stuffing makes about 11 servings; a 6-ounce box of stuffing mix makes 6 servings.

How do I know how much stuffing to buy? ›

How Much Stuffing Per Person
  1. 4 people – 3 cups.
  2. 6 people – 4.5 cups.
  3. 12 people – 9 cups.
  4. 20 people – 15 cups.
  5. 4 people – 3 cups.
  6. 6 people – 6 cups.
  7. 12 people – 12 cups.
  8. 20 people – 19.5 cups. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! Check how much gravy per person you need for Thanksgiving dinner here.
Nov 19, 2023

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