Cranberry Orange Turkey Stuffing

Elevate your holiday table with this Cranberry Orange Turkey Stuffing, a vibrant twist on a classic dish. This recipe combines the sweetness of dried cranberries, the zesty brightness of fresh orange zest and juice, and the earthy depth of sage, thyme, and rosemary for a stuffing that's both comforting and refreshing. Sautéed onions and celery are folded into toasted bread cubes soaked in a rich chicken or turkey stock, creating a perfectly moist texture with a golden, crispy top. Ideal for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, this flavorful stuffing pairs beautifully with roasted turkey or your favorite holiday mains. Ready in just an hour, it’s a crowd-pleaser that effortlessly balances sweet, savory, and citrusy notes.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 medium, diced celery stalks
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.25 cup orange juice
• 1.5 cups chicken or turkey stock
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 8 cups day-old bread cubes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the dried cranberries, orange zest, and orange juice to the skillet, stirring well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken or turkey stock and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Mix in the chopped parsley, dried sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 8

Place the bread cubes in a large mixing bowl.

Step 9

Pour the hot cranberry-orange mixture over the bread cubes and gently toss to combine, ensuring the bread is evenly moistened.

Step 10

Transfer the stuffing mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let the stuffing sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3388.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6234.2

Total Fat 113.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 131.6mg	0%
Sodium 14172.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1114.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 90.2g	0%
Total Sugars 182.5g
Protein 202.7g	0%

Vitamin D 9.0IU	0%
Calcium 1685.9mg	0%
Iron 35.9mg	0%
Potassium 4361.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.2%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 70.9%