Savory Slow Cooker Chicken & Cornbread Dressing
This delightful slow cooker chicken and cornbread dressing is a comforting side dish that combines the rich flavors of chicken, savory herbs, and a blend of white and cornbread. Originally the winning recipe from Emeril's Good Morning America contest, it's perfect for holiday feasts or family gatherings. The dish is easy to prepare, cooks slowly, and allows all the flavors to meld beautifully. With its hearty texture and robust taste, it's sure to become a favorite at your holiday table, making every bite a celebration.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chopped onion
1 cup (chopped)
Chopped celery
1 cup (chopped)
Vegetable oil
1/4 cup
Salt
1 tablespoon
Dried sage
1 tablespoon
Poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon
Day-old white bread
2 cups (cubed)
Cornbread
2 cups (cubed (not sweet))
Cream of chicken soup
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans
Chicken broth
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans
Eggs
3 (beaten)
White vinegar
1 tablespoon
Chicken breasts
3 (poached or boiled)
Instructions
1
Begin by poaching or boiling the chicken breasts in salted water until they're fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes. Once cooked, remove from heat, let cool, and then shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2
In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery, and sauté until they are tender and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Stir in the salt, dried sage, and poultry seasoning, ensuring all the vegetables are well-coated. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to enhance the flavors.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the day-old white bread and cornbread. Pour the sautéed onion and celery mixture over the bread and mix gently to combine.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, beaten eggs, and white vinegar. The mixture may appear a bit loose, but it will set nicely during cooking.
6
Pour the soup mixture over the bread and vegetable combination, stirring gently to incorporate all ingredients.
7
Transfer the dressing mixture to a slow cooker. Set the cooker to high and cook for 30 minutes. After the initial cooking time, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 3 to 4 hours.
8
About an hour before serving, add the shredded chicken to the crockpot, mixing it into the dressing. Allow it to finish cooking, ensuring the chicken is heated through. Serve warm as a delightful side dish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Slow Cooker Chicken & Cornbread Dressing?
It is a comforting side dish that combines chicken, savory herbs, and a blend of white and cornbread, originally a winning recipe from Emeril's Good Morning America contest.
How should I prepare the chicken breasts for this recipe?
You should poach or boil the chicken breasts in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked, then shred them into bite-sized pieces.
Which vegetables are used in the dressing?
The recipe calls for one cup of chopped onion and one cup of chopped celery.
How long should I sauté the onions and celery?
Sauté the chopped onion and celery in vegetable oil over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender and the onions are translucent.
What seasonings are added to the vegetable mixture?
Add salt, dried sage, and poultry seasoning to the sautéed vegetables.
How long do I cook the spices with the vegetables?
Cook the mixture for an additional 2 minutes after adding the seasonings to enhance the flavors.
What types of bread are required for this dressing?
You will need 2 cups of cubed day-old white bread and 2 cups of cubed cornbread.
Is there a specific type of cornbread I should use?
The recipe specifies using cornbread that is not sweet.
What liquid ingredients are whisked together for the base?
Whisk together cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, beaten eggs, and white vinegar.
How much cream of chicken soup is needed?
The recipe requires two 10.75-ounce cans of cream of chicken soup.
How much chicken broth should I add?
Use two 14.5-ounce cans of chicken broth.
Why is white vinegar included in the recipe?
White vinegar is added to the soup and egg mixture to provide a slight tang and balance the flavors.
How many eggs are used in the dressing?
The recipe uses 3 beaten eggs.
Should I be concerned if the soup mixture looks loose?
No, the mixture may appear loose initially, but it will set properly during the slow cooking process.
What is the first step in the slow cooker?
Set the slow cooker to high and cook the dressing mixture for the first 30 minutes.
What is the total cooking time on the low setting?
After the initial 30 minutes on high, reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 3 to 4 hours.
When do I add the shredded chicken to the slow cooker?
Add the shredded chicken to the crockpot about one hour before you plan to serve the dish.
Can I use fresh white bread instead of day-old?
Day-old bread is preferred as it holds its shape better, but you can use fresh bread if you lightly toast it first.
What is the best occasion for serving this dish?
It is perfect for holiday feasts, family gatherings, or as a comforting cold-weather meal.
What temperature should I use to sauté the vegetables?
The vegetables should be sautéed over medium heat.
How do I combine the bread and vegetables?
Combine the cubed white bread and cornbread in a large bowl, then pour the sautéed onion and celery mixture over them and mix gently.
How much vegetable oil is needed for sautéing?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of vegetable oil.
Is this dish served as a main course or a side?
While it contains chicken, it is primarily described as a hearty and delightful side dish.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 13 ingredients required for this recipe.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include slow cooker, chicken dressing, cornbread dressing, holiday recipe, comfort food, crockpot recipe, and grain dish.
How much salt is used in the seasoning?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of salt.
How much dried sage is needed?
You will need 1 tablespoon of dried sage.
Should the chicken be heated through before serving?
Yes, after adding the chicken back into the slow cooker, allow it to finish cooking to ensure it is heated through.
What is the texture of this slow cooker dressing?
It has a hearty texture with a blend of soft bread and savory shredded chicken.
Is this recipe easy to prepare?
Yes, it is easy to prepare as it mainly involves mixing ingredients and letting the slow cooker do the work.