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This image shows Crockpot Stuffing served in a white bowl, made with ingredients such as sliced mushrooms, eggs, and onions. A wooden spoon is placed on the side, inviting you to dig in and enjoy this comforting dish.

Crockpot Stuffing Recipe

This Crockpot Stuffing is a savory, flavorful blend of buttery vegetables, seasoned bread cubes, and broth, slow-cooked to perfection. With minimal effort, it delivers a moist, tender stuffing that's perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. Let your slow cooker do all the work!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 16 people
Calories 197 kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chopped onion
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp dried marjoram
  • 4½ cups chicken broth, or as needed
  • 1½ tsp dried sage
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 12 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 12 cups dry bread cubes
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Start by melting butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté the onion, celery, mushrooms, and parsley until they soften slightly, about 5 to 8 minutes.
    This image shows vegetables, including onions and mushrooms, being sautéed in a pan, preparing the base for the Crockpot Stuffing.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the bread cubes and pour the cooked vegetables over them.
    This image shows sautéed vegetables being mixed with bread cubes in a large bowl, preparing the mixture for the Crockpot Stuffing.
  • Season with salt, sage, poultry seasoning, thyme, marjoram, and pepper.
    This image shows seasonings being added to the bread and vegetable mixture, bringing flavor to the Crockpot Stuffing.
  • Gradually pour in enough broth to moisten the mixture, then stir in the eggs.
  • Transfer everything to the slow cooker, cover, and cook on High for 45 minutes.
    This image shows the stuffing mixture being carefully transferred into the slow cooker, ready for slow cooking and to absorb all the flavors.
  • Afterward, reduce the heat to Low and continue cooking for 4 to 8 hours until the stuffing is tender and flavorful.
    This image shows the Crockpot Stuffing in the slow cooker, cooking and bubbling to perfection, with all the flavors melded together, ready to be served.

Notes

  • Remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Use day-old or slightly stale bread for better texture and flavor absorption.
  • Add cooked sausage or cranberries for extra flavor variation.