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Soul Food Cornbread Dressing Recipe

10/7/18

How to make the very best soul food cornbread dressing from scratch!Rosie showcasing her delicious cornbread recipe

Hey y’all!  With the holidays approaching, I decided that now would be the perfect time to share my recipe for soul food cornbread dressing! Yes, I know-I have many cornbread dressing recipes. However there was one in particular that most of my subscribers went crazy over, and it was this one! Yup, years ago I shared this recipe on YouTube, but the actual recipe was never posted on my blog. So here I am, finally posting it!

Delicious homemade cornbread is the first step

So first things first. You’re going to need some cornbread for this dressing recipe. You can use one of my many recipes for homemade cornbread, or you can use boxed cornbread ( I won’t judge you!).

Here’s a list of my cornbread recipes!

    • Southern Cornbread ( unsweetened)
    • Sweet Cornbread
  • Cheesy Garlic & Herb Cornbread

Again, if you can use store bought boxed cornbread if you’d like!

Yummy cornbread for the dressing

I like to use fresh sage in my soul food cornbread dressing recipe. However, I realize that some people may not have it on hand so feel free to use ground sage if needed. It will definitely work as well!

Other than sage, I like to add a nice amount of onions, celery, and garlic. I cook the vegetable until they are nice an tender, then I add them with the cornbread, and other ingredients.

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Southern Style Cornbread Dressing

This Southern Style Cornbread Dressing is the perfect side dish for your next holiday gathering. It's savory, flavorful and so easy!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern/ Soul Food
Keyword Southern Style Cornbread Dressing
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Author I Heart Recipes

Ingredients

  • Cornbread enough to fill a 9x13
  • 1 sleeve ritz or saltine crackers
  • 3 medium eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 sage leaves OR 2 1/2 tsp ground sage
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4-6 cups chicken broth
  • 14 oz cream of chicken
  • 2 tsp seasoning salt
  • 1 tsp coarse black pepper
  • 1 tsp thyme leaves
  • 3 stalks celery chopped

Instructions

  • Start chopping, and dicing all of the vegetables such as the celery, onions, and garlic. Also chop up the fresh sage.
  • Next, drizzle the olive oil into a large pan, then place the pan over medium heat.
  • Once the oil is nice and hot add in the onions, celery, and garlic. Cook until nice and tender.
  • Now toss in the fresh sage. Continue to cook for 2 minutes. Turn the heat off.
  • Crumble the cornbread into a large mixing bowl, along with the crackers.
  • Now add in the cooked vegetables. Fold the ingredients until everything is well combined.
  • Now pour in the broth followed by the cream of chicken soup.
  • Add in the eggs, and mix everything until well combined.
  • Sprinkle in the seasoning salt, thyme and pepper.
  • Now mix until well combined.
  • Preheat the  the oven to 350 F.
  • Lightly oil a 9x13 bake dish, then pour in the dressing mixture.
  • Bake the dressing uncovered for about 45 minutes.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Comments

  1. Jacquie says

    October 7, 2018 at 11:29 am

    I love watching your videos. It’s always great to see the cook doing her thing and love the emails! Thanks Rosie, have a great day.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2018 at 4:37 pm

      That’s so much Jacquie!

      Reply
      • Angie says

        November 26, 2020 at 4:16 pm

        5 stars
        Couldn’t figure out how to post my own review so sorry for replying on this! This was THE BEST DRESSING. My first time making dressing and my family loved it. It was BOMB AF! Thank you for the wonderful recipe!! Will definitely make it again!

        Reply
  2. Leonard Wood says

    October 7, 2018 at 12:11 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely gorgeous lady making the dressing that I have had my entire life, but no one can measure it out.. lol. Question – what is “cornbread enough to fill 9X13? Would that be about 2 8 or 9 inch round cake pans?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2018 at 4:37 pm

      I Leonard!! I use my southern cornbread recipe. That’s enough. lol

      Reply
      • Jaime says

        November 18, 2018 at 6:58 am

        So when you say 4-6 cup s chicken broth! How much did you use

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          November 18, 2018 at 12:56 pm

          It depends on how moist you want your dressing 🙂

          Reply
  3. Karen says

    October 7, 2018 at 12:25 pm

    5 stars
    You are too cute! I’m going to try this. Its looks delicious. Also, love your kitchen.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2018 at 4:34 pm

      Thanks Karen!! XOXO

      Reply
  4. Mildred says

    October 7, 2018 at 12:57 pm

    5 stars
    Hi, would you make a video for this recipe?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2018 at 4:34 pm

      There is a video posted within the post.

      Reply
  5. Joanne says

    October 7, 2018 at 2:14 pm

    While growing up, my mom always made cornbread dressing. It is the best!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2018 at 4:34 pm

      I agree!!

      Reply
  6. LaShawn says

    October 7, 2018 at 3:51 pm

    5 stars
    Will be trying this one with Cornish hens.

    I Love your recipes and beautiful personality! Congratulations on your new home, current and future endeavors. You are always my first stop for recipes. #fan

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2018 at 4:33 pm

      Thanks LaShawn!

      Reply
  7. Jam Isaacs-Wade says

    October 7, 2018 at 3:59 pm

    This looks great and so much easier than the one I make! I cook for three days at Thanksgiving so this will help so much. Thank you so much for posting. Your recipes look amazing. Thanks again and have a great holiday season!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2018 at 4:33 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  8. Kenya T. says

    October 7, 2018 at 7:45 pm

    5 stars
    This is almost the exact same way that I make my dressing! Pinning it so more people can find you and your blog!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 8, 2018 at 7:16 am

      Thanks Kenya! ❤️

      Reply
  9. Cassandra Singletary says

    October 8, 2018 at 5:04 am

    5 stars
    Why has no one contacted you about a show on the cooking food channel. All your recipes are awesome.Cant wait to try this one.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 8, 2018 at 8:04 am

      LOL! I guess I’m not what they’re looking for ‍♀️

      Reply
  10. Capitolah says

    October 10, 2018 at 5:04 pm

    Looks similar to my Dad’s recipe, except we add diced boiled eggs to ours. How much celery do you add? I may be overlooking it but I don’t see it in the recipe.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 10, 2018 at 6:58 pm

      Sorry about that. I fixed it. 🙂

      Reply
  11. Mary Williams says

    October 12, 2018 at 4:32 pm

    I think I will try it this Sunday

    Reply
  12. Anderia Rhodes-Bigham says

    October 15, 2018 at 7:17 pm

    5 stars
    I really love your recipes. So glad I came across your blog.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 16, 2018 at 8:10 pm

      Glad that you found my blog as well!

      Reply
  13. Barbara Thompson says

    October 16, 2018 at 6:41 pm

    instead of chicken broth can vegetable broth be used

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 16, 2018 at 8:08 pm

      Yes 🙂

      Reply
  14. Gina Johnson says

    October 23, 2018 at 8:17 am

    5 stars
    Thank you for sharing your recipes I’m going to try a few of them tonight for my family.

    Reply
  15. Jobina says

    October 28, 2018 at 4:10 pm

    Thanks for sharing your recipes, for the holidays coming up I will definitely follow your tips on the cornbread stuffing. And those collard greens. I see many good pointers to follow.

    Reply
  16. Mary says

    November 8, 2018 at 11:05 am

    I made your cornbread dressing on today and it was the best dressing that I have ever tasted,can’t wait to make the Mac and cheese.

    Reply
  17. Monica says

    November 9, 2018 at 9:02 am

    Love your the recipe. I’m going to make this for the first time. I’m going to use box cornbread. How many should I use?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 10, 2018 at 4:41 pm

      It depends on the size of the box 🙂

      Reply
  18. Charmise says

    November 15, 2018 at 9:26 am

    I was wondering, do I have to cook the vegetables on a skillet, can I just add them to my bowl like you did for your other cornbread dressing recipe?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 15, 2018 at 5:06 pm

      You can just toss them in the bowl if you’d like to.

      Reply
  19. Donnicko Smith says

    November 17, 2018 at 7:14 pm

    I’m curious, what do the eggs do for the dressing? i don’t think I’ve ever had eggs in my dressing.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 18, 2018 at 1:00 pm

      It helps hold everything together 🙂

      Reply
  20. LaChae says

    November 17, 2018 at 7:49 pm

    5 stars
    Hi, I loved watching you make the dressing. Question, will it cook the same in an aluminum foil pan? because I need to make my family a large pan of dressing.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 18, 2018 at 1:00 pm

      Yes, You can use aluminum foil 🙂

      Reply
  21. Dee says

    November 21, 2018 at 12:41 pm

    Hi! You mentioned using chicken in the video, but not in the listing of items to used. I’m assuming it will still taste good without the chicken.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 21, 2018 at 1:11 pm

      Yes. Chicken is not need, but can be used.

      Reply
  22. Laura King says

    November 21, 2018 at 10:18 pm

    Hi Rosie! Happy Thanksgiving! You are now my favorite food blogger! So excited to make this dressing for our Thanksgiving. We’re hosting ours on Friday. I’m leaving out the chicken meat since we’re having with our turkey, sorry . When I showed my husband the video, I chuckled because the first thing he said was, Laura, she’s so adorable and beautiful. Thank you for this recipe and your blog. Know that I’m impressed because I’ve never commented on someone’s blog before. Enjoy your day tomorrow. Laura

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 22, 2018 at 5:02 am

      Hi Laura!! Happy holidays to you and your hubby !

      Reply
  23. Ami says

    November 23, 2018 at 3:47 pm

    5 stars
    I made this on yesterday for Thanksgiving, and it was absolutely delicious. It was my first time making dressing, and it was a huge hit! It was literally the most flavorful dressing I have ever tasted. Thanks Rosie!

    Reply
  24. Sabrina Houston says

    June 16, 2019 at 5:47 pm

    Hi Rosie

    Love all your recipes. You mentioned chicken breast for the recipe. Did you fry it or bake it or does it matter?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 17, 2019 at 12:00 pm

      It was baked.

      Reply
      • Gilbretta Edwards says

        November 26, 2019 at 9:48 am

        Hi Rosie!
        Did you season the chicken before baking it? Was the skin removed and what part of the chicken was used?

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          November 26, 2019 at 2:10 pm

          Seasoned before, skin removed. I prefer dark meat. You can use whatever is your preference. Happy holidays!

          Reply
  25. Sharon says

    November 16, 2019 at 5:20 am

    5 stars
    You made the instructions so clear and interesting. I will make this dressing for Thanksgiving.
    Question- can I make a few days ahead and refrigerate or freeze it?

    Reply
  26. Kesha says

    November 23, 2019 at 12:08 am

    5 stars
    Hi I wanted to know is the seasoning salt the same as poultry seasoning or is it something else

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 24, 2019 at 11:20 am

      No, they are different luv.

      Reply
  27. Annetta says

    November 24, 2019 at 5:56 pm

    Two questions. Can you use Jiffy Cornbread? Do you prefer yellow over white cornmeal?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 26, 2019 at 2:53 pm

      You can use jiffy if you don’t mind your dressing being a tad bit sweet. I prefer yellow cornmeal.

      Reply
  28. Mica says

    November 26, 2019 at 9:46 am

    5 stars
    I have made this recipe 2 years in a row. I absolutely love it. So easy and delicious. Thank you so much for posting the video along with the recipe, it is so helful.

    Reply
  29. L. Morris says

    November 26, 2019 at 3:08 pm

    Hi Rosie! First of all you’re awesome! I’ve used several of your recipes and they’ve all been on point! You are truly gifted and although I don’t know you personally I’m very proud as a black woman to see you share your passion with the world with so much confidence. The question that I have is about the amount of chicken. How many chicken breasts/thighs do you use? Thanks in advance!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 27, 2019 at 9:36 am

      Hi there! You can use 1 – 1 1/2 lbs of chicken. Happy holidays!

      Reply
  30. Chelsey Knight says

    November 26, 2019 at 6:31 pm

    Can you use white cornmeal instead of yellow??

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 27, 2019 at 8:00 am

      Sure you can

      Reply
  31. Amanda says

    November 27, 2019 at 9:25 am

    5 stars
    Why don’t you have a cooking show already? Food Network should be beating down your door!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 27, 2019 at 9:38 am

      LOL!! They haven’t found me yet I guess, LOL. Happy holidays.

      Reply
  32. JJ says

    November 30, 2019 at 8:20 am

    5 stars
    Thank you for sharing this recipe. My entire family loved this dressing. My daughter and I enjoyed watching your video on how to make this. We made this together. It was an excellent and delicious learning experience for us.

    Reply
  33. mollie says

    December 9, 2019 at 3:56 pm

    Girl!!!! I have been looking for THE recipe for cornbread dressing and I have found it! I used your cornbread recipe and followed the dressing recipe exactly. I usually do that the first time I make a recipe and then, next time I make it, I make changes to suit our taste. There will be NO MESSING with this one, LOL! Thank you and, I can’t wait to read all of your recipes. Blessings on you and your family this holiday season.

    Reply
  34. Von says

    December 19, 2019 at 9:53 am

    5 stars
    Hi, I’m a dressing making freak for Thanksgiving and Easter, our recipes are similar, I shook my head at crackers, but I get the flavors and may try this one day. You really should have your own cooking show…..Happy Holidays to You!

    Reply
  35. Talisha Marie HAMPTON says

    December 26, 2019 at 11:22 am

    New fan! I added green bell pepper to the sautee mix and used rubbed and ground sage once mixed. I used the recipe only, but the video looked like it added even more deliciousness. It Cut granny’s recipe down timewise and i couldn’t be happier.

    Reply
  36. Robyn says

    May 2, 2020 at 6:04 pm

    5 stars
    Love your recipes

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 3, 2020 at 9:49 am

      Thanks Robyn!

      Reply
  37. Robbie Pyle says

    July 25, 2020 at 10:40 am

    Almost my mothers recipe except she used white bread instead of crackers. Never have used can soup in her dressing. I’ll be trying your recipe this year. Thanks! Will check out your other creations!

    Reply
  38. Ginny Borik says

    August 24, 2020 at 11:05 am

    This is so similar to my mom’s, now mine, stuffing recipe. Mine starts with a pound of pork sausage, preferably with sage, and then it’s exactly like yours but without the eggs. I’m going to have to try yours, thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  39. Shane Jones says

    November 25, 2020 at 9:42 am

    Yes please! It’s all your guests will say, when you ask if anyone wants seconds. However, I modified it slightly, throwing in boiled eggs, green peppers, only because that’s how my Granny did it and it is sublime. Thank you!

    Reply
  40. Pam says

    December 30, 2020 at 4:55 pm

    This was my first time ever making dressing. I have to tell you it was amazing! I’ll be making it again for the New Year. Thank you!

    Reply

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