Easy Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe with Herbs

This Easy Thanksgiving Stuffing with Herbs is cozy, buttery, and full of classic holiday flavor. Made with golden bread cubes, celery, onion, garlic, sage, and thyme, it has crisp edges on top and a soft, savory center.

It’s a simple Thanksgiving side dish that pairs perfectly with turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans, and it’s easy enough to make without a lot of extra work on a busy holiday.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Thanksgiving Stuffing
Recipe

• Classic Thanksgiving flavor
• Crispy golden edges
• Soft and savory in the center
• Made with simple ingredients
• Easy to prepare ahead
• Perfect for small or large holiday gatherings
• Pairs beautifully with turkey and gravy
• Budget-friendly Thanksgiving side dish

Ingredients

• 10 cups cubed day-old bread
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 2 to 2 1/2 cups chicken or turkey broth
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Additional butter for greasing the baking dish

Instructions for Easy Thanksgiving Stuffing

Prepare the Bread

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

If your bread is not already dry, spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for about 10–15 minutes, stirring once, until lightly dried.

Remove from the oven and place the bread cubes in a large mixing bowl.

Cook the Vegetables

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the onion and celery and cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Add the garlic, sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.

Cook for another 1 minute, just until fragrant.

Combine the Stuffing

Pour the cooked vegetable mixture over the bread cubes.

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with 2 cups of broth.

Pour the mixture over the bread and gently toss until evenly combined.

If the stuffing seems too dry, add a little more broth, about 1/4 cup at a time.

The bread should be moist but not soggy.

Stir in the chopped parsley.

Bake

Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.

Transfer the stuffing mixture to the dish and spread it evenly.

Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp.

Let the stuffing rest for about 5–10 minutes before serving.

How to Get Crispy Stuffing on Top

The key is to bake the stuffing uncovered during the final part of cooking.

If you prefer extra-crispy edges, you can also bake it in a slightly larger dish so more of the surface is exposed.

What Kind of Bread Is Best for Stuffing?

French bread, Italian bread, sourdough, or sturdy white sandwich bread all work well.

Day-old bread is best because it absorbs the broth without becoming too mushy.

If your bread is fresh, simply dry it in the oven before assembling the stuffing.

Can I Make Thanksgiving Stuffing Ahead?

Yes. You can prepare the stuffing mixture up to one day ahead.

Cover the baking dish tightly and refrigerate it.

When ready to bake, let the dish sit at room temperature for about 20–30 minutes, then bake as directed.

You may need a few extra minutes of baking time if the stuffing is still cold.

Can I Use Turkey Broth Instead of Chicken Broth?

Yes. Turkey broth is an excellent choice for Thanksgiving and gives the stuffing even more holiday flavor.

Chicken broth works just as well if that is what you have on hand.

How to Store Leftovers

Store leftover stuffing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.

Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.

For the best texture, add a small splash of broth before reheating and cover loosely with foil.

Can You Freeze Stuffing?

Yes. Cool the stuffing completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container.

Freeze for up to about 1 month.

Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven until hot.

What to Serve with Thanksgiving Stuffing

This stuffing pairs especially well with:

• Easy Garlic Herb Turkey Breast with Butter Gravy
• Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Green beans
• Turkey gravy
• Cranberry sauce
• Dinner rolls

Recipe Summary

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Method: Baked

Serve this easy Thanksgiving stuffing with my Easy Garlic Herb Turkey Breast with Butter Gravy

for a simple holiday dinner. Also pair it with my Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes for a classic Thanksgiving side combination.

Planning your full holiday menu? See my Easy Budget Thanksgiving Dinner for 4–6 People

for the complete meal, shopping strategy, and cooking timeline.

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