Description
These Stuffing Balls are a delightful twist on traditional stuffing, baked to golden perfection with a moist and savory interior. Perfect as a side dish for holiday meals or any comforting dinner, they combine classic ingredients like celery, onion, poultry seasoning, and chicken broth into easy-to-serve bite-sized portions.
Ingredients
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Stuffing Balls Ingredients
- 4 cups dry stuffing mix
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the stuffing balls from sticking during baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry stuffing mix with the chicken broth and melted butter until the mixture is evenly moistened. Next, add the beaten eggs, finely chopped onion, celery, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir everything until fully combined to form a cohesive mixture.
- Form the Balls: Shape the stuffing mixture into golf ball-sized portions using your hands or a small ice cream scoop. Make sure the balls are firm enough to hold their shape. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the stuffing balls in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on the outside and feel firm to the touch, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the stuffing balls to cool slightly to set. Before serving, garnish each stuffing ball with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make this recipe vegetarian-friendly, but omit the eggs or replace them with a vegan binder to maintain the shape.
- Ensure the stuffing balls are tightly packed when shaping to prevent them from falling apart during baking.
- These stuffing balls can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- For extra flavor and texture, consider adding cooked sausage or dried cranberries to the mixture.
