How to Make Onion and Apple Stuffing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Onion and apple stuffing is a classic Thanksgiving side dish that adds a sweet and savory twist to your holiday feast. This recipe combines the richness of sautéed onions with the natural sweetness of apples, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying stuffing that pairs perfectly with roast turkey or chicken. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or simply craving a comforting dish, this onion and apple stuffing is sure to become a new favorite at your table.

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • ½ cup butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and diced
  • 1 medium red onion, diced
  • 4 stalks celery with leaves, diced
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (6 ounce) package cornbread stuffing mix
  • 3 cups water, divided
  • 1 (6 ounce) box turkey stuffing mix
  • 2 cups chicken broth, or more as needed
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Put butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. When butter has melted, add apples, onion, celery, and garlic; let sweat for 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine cornbread stuffing mix, 1 1/2 cups water, and 2 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high power for 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from the microwave and fluff with a fork. Repeat with turkey stuffing mix, remaining 1 1/2 cups water, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
  • Combine softened apple-vegetable mixture and both stuffings in a large bowl; stir until everything is mixed together. Add 2 cups broth and stir again; it needs to be wet but not soupy. Add more broth (up to 1 cup) if needed. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is slightly crunchy and the stuffing looks a lot drier than it did going into the oven, about 35 minutes. If more time is needed, bake in 10-minute increments.
  • Nutrition

    144 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 503mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 81mg