Best 12 Pecan Poultry Stuffing Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to creating the most delectable pecan poultry stuffing. This beloved dish elevates your poultry dishes to new heights of flavor and texture. With a symphony of savory ingredients like aromatic herbs, tender vegetables, and the delightful crunch of pecans, this stuffing promises to make every bite a memorable experience. Whether you prefer a classic or a more adventurous stuffing, our curated collection of recipes offers options to suit every palate. So, prepare to embark on a taste sensation as we unveil the secrets to making exceptional pecan poultry stuffing that will leave your guests craving for more.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE-PECAN TURKEY STUFFING



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Ever since I first tried this, I've never made another stuffing. The sausage and pecans really give it a different flavor. Our home is on 20 acres where we have hay and horses-my husband, our two children, (8 and 6) and I ride a lot.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h25m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

9 cups soft bread crumbs
1 pound bulk pork sausage
2 cups chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 unpeeled tart apples, coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup apple juice
Chicken broth
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)

Steps:

  • Place bread crumbs in a large bowl; set aside. In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion in butter until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender; do not drain. Add to bread crumbs. Stir in apples, pecans, parsley, thyme, sage, salt and pepper; stir in apple juice and enough broth to moisten. , Just before baking, stuff the turkey. Skewer openings; tie drumsticks together. Place on rack in a roasting pan. Bake at 325° for 5 to 5-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 185°. When the turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with a tent of aluminum foil and baste if needed. Remove all stuffing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849 calories, Fat 44g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 294mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 86g protein.

HOLIDAY TURKEY WITH CRANBERRY PECAN STUFFING



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Here's an easy to follow roast turkey recipe with a mouthwatering cranberry-pecan stuffing. Give it a try ... the turkey is succulent and the stuffing is absolutely delicious.

Provided by Food Network

Time 5h50m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
4 stalks celery, chopped (about 2 cups)
2 large onions, chopped (about 2 cups)
6 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth (Regular, Natural Goodness¿ or Certified Organic)
2 packages (16 ounces each) Pepperidge Farm® Herb Seasoned Stuffing
1 cups cranberries
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (20 pound) turkey
Vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat. Stir the celery and onions in the saucepan and cook until they're tender.
  • Stir the broth in the saucepan and heat to a boil. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the stuffing, cranberries and pecans and mix lightly.
  • Remove the package of giblets and neck from the turkey cavity. Rinse the turkey with cold water and pat it dry. Spoon the stuffing lightly into the neck and body cavities.* Fold the loose skin over the stuffing. Tie the ends of the drumsticks together. Place the turkey, breast side up in a shallow roasting pan. Brush with oil. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, not touching bone.
  • Roast the turkey at 325 degrees F for 5 hours or until the thermometer reads 180 degrees F and the drumstick moves easily, basting occasionally with the pan drippings. Begin checking for doneness after 4 1/2 hours of roasting time. Allow the turkey to stand for 10 minutes before slicing. *Bake any remaining stuffing in a covered casserole along with the turkey for 30 minutes or until it's hot.

HERBED PECAN STUFFING



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"From Logan, Utah, Edie DeSpain says, "I've updated a basic stuffing recipe by using wholesome multi-grain bread in place of customary white bread. It adds a hearty, crunchy taste."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 cups cubed day-old multi-grain bread
3/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup apple juice
1/4 cup olive oil
4 celery ribs, diced
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg
1-1/2 to 2 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 225°. Place bread cubes in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until partially dried, tossing occasionally, 30-40 minutes. Set aside. Increase oven temperature to 325°., Meanwhile, combine raisins and apple juice in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; let stand for 15 minutes. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in parsley, salt, sage, thyme, fennel seeds and pepper; remove from the heat. Beat egg and broth; add to vegetable mixture with bread cubes and raisin mixture. Toss well. Stir in pecans. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 564mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PECAN ENCRUSTED STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Boneless chicken breasts are stuffed with cheese and stuffing mix and encrusted with a delicious pecan and bread crumb mixture.

Provided by Chad Hammond

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups water
¼ cup butter, or as needed
1 (6 ounce) package chicken-flavored stuffing mix (such as StoveTop®)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup bread crumbs
½ cup finely chopped pecans
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded thin
4 slices provolone cheese
1 cup canola oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Bring water and butter to a boil in a saucepan; stir in stuffing mix. Cover and remove saucepan from heat. Let stand until water is absorbed, 5 minutes; fluff stuffing with a fork.
  • Place flour in a medium bowl. Whisk eggs in a separate bowl. Combine bread crumbs, pecans, salt, and pepper together in a third bowl.
  • Fill each chicken breast with 1/4 of the stuffing and a provolone cheese slice. Roll each chicken breast around the filling; tie kitchen twine around each rolled breast to keep closed.
  • Coat each chicken roll in flour; dip each chicken roll into whisked eggs. Press each chicken roll in the bread crumb-pecan mixture until fully coated.
  • Pour canola oil into a large skillet to a depth of 1/4 inch and heat until little wisps of smoke rise from the oil.
  • Fry coated chicken in the hot oil until crust is lightly browned, about 5 minutes per side; transfer to a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 831 calories, Carbohydrate 66.5 g, Cholesterol 207.9 mg, Fat 42.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 46.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 1303.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

BOURBON-PECAN STUFFING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Make Classic Stuffing, adding 2 chopped pears, 1 cup chopped pecans and 1/2 cup bourbon to the cooked vegetables; simmer 2 minutes before adding the broth.
  • Classic Stuffing: Melt 1 stick butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups each diced onions and celery and 1 tablespoon each minced sage and thyme; add salt and pepper and cook 5 minutes. Add 3 cups turkey or chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Beat 2 eggs with 1/4 cup chopped parsley in a large bowl; add 16 cups cubed stale white bread, then pour in the vegetable-broth mixture and toss. Transfer to a buttered baking dish and dot with butter. Cover and bake 30 minutes at 375 degrees F; uncover and bake until golden, 30 more minutes. (Or stuff in your turkey and bake.)

WILD RICE & PECAN STUFFING FOR POULTRY



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Make and share this Wild Rice & Pecan Stuffing for Poultry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

7 cups chicken broth or 7 cups vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 cups wild rice
1 1/2 cups long grain rice (basmati)
1/2 cup butter
2 large onions, chopped
1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
1/2 lb mushroom, cleaned & sliced
4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/4 cup madeira wine
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
3/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Bring 6 1/2 cups of the broth and the bay leaf to a boil (use a fairly large saucepan).
  • Add wild rice and simmer the wild rice covered for 30 minutes, add long grain rice, keep covered and cook for apprx 20 minutes more.
  • Watch that the rice does not burn because the stock will be absorbed (if necessary add a touch of water if the rice is not cooked) Transfer the rice to a large bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet, add onions& celery, saute for 10 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms, garlic & thyme, continue sauteing until the mushrooms are tender (8 minutes) Add Madeira, bring to a boil.
  • Pour mushroom mixture over the rice.
  • Stir in the beaten eggs and remaining 1/2 cup stock.
  • Add pecans & parsley.
  • mix well.
  • Ready to stuff your favorite bird as soon as it has cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 55.6, Sodium 528.4, Carbohydrate 39.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.1, Protein 10.5

BROWN RICE AND PECAN STUFFING



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     side dish

Time 45m

Yield About 8 cups, enough for a 12-pound turkey

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried sage
2 cups raw brown rice
3 1/3 cups turkey or chicken stock
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toast the pecans by tossing them over medium-high heat in a heavy, dry skillet or baking them in a toaster oven until golden brown. Do not allow them to burn. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan. Add the onion and celery and saute over low heat until soft and just beginning to brown. Stir in the thyme, sage and rice. Add the pecans. Add the stock, bring to a boil and boil for two minutes. Lower heat, cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. The rice will still be a little firm, but it will continue cooking when it is stuffed into the poultry.
  • Season the mixture with parsley, lemon juice and salt and pepper. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to use to stuff the turkey. When stuffing, do not pack the mixture tightly because the rice will continue to expand.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 280, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 390 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PECAN DRESSING



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The bread cubes can be toasted up to three days ahead, then stored in an airtight container at room temperature. The dressing itself can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the baking dish, covered, in the refrigerator.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 1h55m

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more, room temperature, for baking dish
1 large loaf crusty white bread, such as pane Pugliese, cut into scant 1-inch cubes (12 cups)
1 large onion, coarsely chopped (3 cups)
3 celery stalks, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
4 cloves garlic, minced (2 tablespoons)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
2/3 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1 1/2 cups pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup packed coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more if needed
3 large eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees with racks in upper and lower thirds. Brush a 3-quart baking dish with butter.
  • Spread bread cubes onto two rimmed baking sheets. Toast in oven until dry and golden in places, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium. Add onion, celery, and garlic; season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in cranberries and rosemary; cook 30 seconds. Add wine and boil until almost evaporated, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer onion mixture to bowl with bread. Toss with pecans, parsley, and broth, adding more broth as needed until bread is evenly moistened but not soggy. Fold in eggs; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to prepared baking dish and cover with parchment-lined foil.
  • Bake in upper third of oven 20 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until crisp on top and browned in places, 20 to 25 minutes more.

PEAR - PECAN STUFFING



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Make and share this Pear - Pecan Stuffing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Pears

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb firm-texture white bread
2 tablespoons butter (do not substitute)
1 large onion, chopped about 1 cup
2 large firm ripe bartlett pears, cored, peeled and chopped
1/2-3/4 cup water
1/4 cup butter (do not substitute)
1 cup pecan halves, toasted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons snipped parsley
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 dash fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees to speed-dry the bread and/or to bake the stuffing separately from the turkey.
  • Spread bread slices on baking sheets.
  • Place baking sheets in the oven for 20 minutes or until bread is dry.
  • Place the 2 tablespoons butter, onion and pear in a large frying pan. Cook over medium heat till tender but not brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Set aside.
  • Break the dried bread into small pieces, and place in a very large bowl.
  • Bring 1/2 water and the 1/4 cup butter to boiling in a small saucepan.
  • Add to bread crumbs, and toss just till moistened.
  • Stir in pear mixture, pecans, parsley, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
  • Add the remaining water as needed until mixture reaches desired moistness.
  • Stuff turkey and bake according to your liking, or put stuffing into a 2 quart casserole and bake, covered in preheated oven for 40 minutes or until heated through.

APRICOT AND PECAN TURKEY STUFFING



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Nutty, fruity apricot stuffing that tastes amazing baked in the bird or by itself.

Provided by Jenny

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ½ cups fat-free chicken broth
1 cup chopped dried apricots
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 cup diced celery
2 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and cubed
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons rubbed dried sage
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
16 ounces seasoned bread crumbs
2 cups coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat broth in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling, about 5 minutes. Add apricots, remove from the heat, and let sit until apricots are plump, about 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a large pan or Dutch oven over low heat. Add onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add broth-apricot mixture, apples, thyme, sage, and pepper; stir until combined. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add bread crumbs gradually, folding them in until stuffing is moist but not sticky. Mix in the pecans. Transfer to a casserole dish and cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 5.3 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 394.7 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

SAUSAGE, CRANBERRY, AND PECAN STUFFING



Sausage, Cranberry, and Pecan Stuffing image

Categories     Fruit     Nut     Pork     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Stuffing/Dressing     Cranberry     Apple     Sausage     Pecan     Fall     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups (1/2-inch) pieces firm white bread (3/4 pound)
1 1/2 pounds fresh pork sausage meat, crumbled
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
2 onions, chopped
3 celery ribs, sliced 1/4inch thick
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (8 ounces), toasted
1 cup dried cranberries
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 to 1 1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Toast bread in a large shallow baking pan in middle of oven until dry and pale golden, about 20 minutes.
  • Cook sausage in a large heavy skillet over moderately high heat, stirring and breaking up large lumps, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes, then transfer with a slotted spoon to a large bowl.
  • Add butter to fat remaining in skillet and cook onions, stirring, until softened, about 7 minutes. Add celery, apple, and garlic and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl with sausage and stir in bread, pecans, cranberries, sage, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer stuffing to a buttered 3- to 4-quart shallow baking dish and drizzle with broth. (Use 1 1/2 cups broth if you like a moist stuffing, 1 cup if you prefer it drier.) Cover with foil and bake in middle of oven 30 minutes, then uncover and bake until bread is golden and stuffing is heated through, 20 to 25 minutes more.

SAUSAGE-PECAN STUFFING



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To make brioche breadcrumbs, pulse fresh brioche slices, crusts removed, in a food processor. Alternatively, you can chop the slices finely by hand.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Yield Makes 5 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more if needed
1 pound hot Italian sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, cut into 1/4-inch dice
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1/2 cup golden raisins
2 cups fresh brioche breadcrumbs
2 ounces toasted pecans, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Unsalted butter, softened, for baking dish, if needed

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage, and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer sausage to a medium bowl.
  • Add onion and celery to drippings in skillet, adding more oil if necessary. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent and celery is tender, about 6 minutes. Add mushrooms and thyme, and cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are softened, about 2 minutes. Add wine and raisins, and stir, scraping browned bits from bottom of pan. Simmer until reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in cooked sausage, remove from heat, and let cool slightly in pan.
  • Working in batches, pulse sausage mixture in a food processor until very finely chopped. (If baking the stuffing outside a turkey, pulse only until coarsely chopped.) Transfer to a medium bowl. Stir in breadcrumbs and pecans, and season with salt and pepper. Add egg, and stir to combine. Let cool to room temperature.
  • To cook stuffing in a turkey: Stuff as directed (see Rolled Turkey recipe). To bake all of the stuffing outside a turkey: Spoon into a buttered 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Cover with parchment, then foil, and bake in a 375-degree oven for 25 minutes. Uncover, and continue to bake until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your stuffing taste its best. Look for fresh herbs, vegetables, and nuts.
  • Don't overstuff the bird: A good rule of thumb is to stuff it no more than two-thirds full. Overstuffing can make the bird dry and tough.
  • Cook the stuffing thoroughly: The internal temperature of the stuffing should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature before serving.
  • Let the stuffing rest before serving: This will help it to set and make it easier to slice.
  • Be creative with your ingredients: There are endless possibilities when it comes to stuffing ingredients. Try different combinations of herbs, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and grains to find your favorite recipe.

Conclusion:

Pecan poultry stuffing is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. Whether you're serving it with roasted chicken, turkey, or duck, this stuffing is sure to be a hit. With its rich, nutty flavor and moist texture, pecan poultry stuffing is a classic dish that will never go out of style.

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