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    Home » Holiday Recipes

    Jiffy Cornbread Stuffing

    By Charlotte  |  May 27, 2019

    Posted In: Holiday Recipes

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    white plate with green beans, stuffing and turkey slice

    Cornbread stuffing is a side dish you can enjoy year round- not just for holidays! This recipe features some great time savers -Jiffy cornbread mix and pre-chopped veggies. Tastes like Southern cornbread dressing in half the time.

    plate of cornbread dressing and turkey

    Southern cornbread dressing can be prepared in advance and kept in the refrigerator up to 2 days before you cook and serve. Add diced turkey or chicken to the dressing for a complete meal.

    Stuffing or dressing can be made diabetes friendly by carefully watching portion sizes. Adjust the amount of seasonings to suit your tastes. This recipe uses poultry seasoning but you may substitute sage if desired.

    Check out our post on Diabetes Friendly Holiday Recipes for more ideas!

    How to make Cornbread Dressing:

    crumbled cornbread with breadcrumbs

    Step 1: Prepare cornbread and crumble. Mix with breadcrumbs and allow to dry.

    diced celery and onions

    Step 2: Dice celery and onions, sauté then add to cornbread mixture. Add broth, seasonings, chicken (if desired) and bake.

    diced celery and onion in cornbread mixture

    Looking for more holiday recipes? Check out these favorites:

    • Cornish Hens in the Air Fryer
    • Lower Sugar Sweet Potato Casserole Cups
    • Diabetic Friendly Coconut Pie
    plate of cornbread dressing and turkey

    Jiffy Cornbread Stuffing

    Cornbread stuffing is a side dish you can enjoy year round- not just for holidays! This recipe features some great time savers -Jiffy cornbread mix and pre-chopped veggies. Southern cornbread dressing in half the time.
    4.75 from 4 votes
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    Course: Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Southern United States
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 259kcal
    Author: Easyhealth Living

    Ingredients

    • 2 pkgs Cornbread mix 8.5 oz each
    • 2 slices bread, processed into crumbs
    • 2 tablespoon butter
    • 2 cups diced celery about 10 stalks
    • 1 cup diced green onion
    • ½ tsp Emerils original essence seasoning
    • ¾ teaspoon poultry seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 2 cups chicken or turkey, chopped optional

    Instructions

    • Prepare cornbread mix per label instructions. (You may combine the two packages and cook in 11 X 13 pan.) When cooked, turn out onto rack to cool completely.
    • Crumble cornbread into large bowl and add bread crumbs. Stir and cover loosely. Set aside at least 30 minutes or overnight to dry out.
    • Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add celery and onion and saute approx 10 minutes until tender. Add to cornbread bowl and stir.
    • Add seasonings and broth to cornbread mix and stir. Taste and adjust seasonings. Add diced or chopped chicken or turkey if desired. Spoon into casserole dish. Cook at 350° for 20-30 minutes until heated and crispy on top. If desired, may refrigerate up to 2 days until ready to bake.
    Nutrition Facts
    Jiffy Cornbread Stuffing
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
     
    259
    Calories from Fat 90
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    10
    g
    15
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    4
    g
    20
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    1
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    20
    mg
    7
    %
    Sodium
     
    627
    mg
    26
    %
    Potassium
     
    210
    mg
    6
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    38
    g
    13
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    20
    g
    22
    %
    Protein
     
    5
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    322
    IU
    6
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    4
    mg
    5
    %
    Calcium
     
    28
    mg
    3
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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