Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
5 lb

oven roaster

whole

1 cup

water

2 unit

onions

chopped fine

4 stalk

celery

chopped

1 can

cream of chicken soup

1 can

cream of celery soup

6 unit

eggs

slightly beaten

1 tsp

poultry seasoning

1 tbsp

black pepper

1 cup

loaf bread crumbs

grated

6 cup

corn bread crumbs

grated

Step 1
~45 min

Wash the roaster chicken.

Step 2
~45 min

Place the chicken in an oblong crock-pot with 2 cups of water.

Step 3
~45 min

Cook on low heat for approximately 8 hours or until the chicken is tender.

Step 4
~45 min

Pour the broth from the crock-pot into a large mixing bowl.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 5
~45 min

Add the chopped onions, celery, cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, slightly beaten eggs, poultry seasoning, black pepper, loaf bread crumbs, and corn bread crumbs to the bowl.

Step 6
~45 min

Mix all the ingredients well.

Step 7
~45 min

If the mixture is too thick, add chicken broth until it reaches a pourable consistency.

Step 8
~45 min

Grease an oblong baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~45 min

Pour the dressing mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~45 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until golden brown.

Step 11
~45 min

Once the dressing is done, place the roasted chicken on top.

Step 12
~45 min

Serve the dish hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add your favorite herbs to the dressing for extra flavor.

Use leftover cooked chicken or turkey for a quick and easy meal.

Ensure the dressing is not too dry by adding more chicken broth as needed.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dressing can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cranberry sauce.

Serve with green beans or other vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cranberry Sauce
Green Beans
Mashed Potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional holiday dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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