Imagine a stuffing so perfectly moist, yet crispy, that it steals the show at your holiday dinner table - without hours of complicated preparation! This Instant Pot Homemade Stuffing is about to revolutionize your cooking game, transforming a traditional side dish into a quick, foolproof culinary masterpiece that will have your guests begging for the recipe. In just 45 minutes, you'll create a stuffing that's bursting with herb-infused flavor, tender on the inside, and delightfully crisp on the top.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 loaf bread, cubed
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp sage
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare bread by cutting into 1-inch cubes and letting them dry out on a baking sheet for 1-2 hours or overnight. This helps absorb flavors better.
- Turn on Instant Pot and select Sauté mode. Melt butter and add chopped onions and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables become soft and translucent.
- Add sage, thyme, salt, and pepper to the sautéed vegetables. Stir to combine and release herb aromatics.
- Add bread cubes to the Instant Pot and gently mix with the vegetable mixture to coat evenly.
- Pour vegetable broth over the bread mixture, ensuring all cubes are moistened but not completely saturated.
- Close Instant Pot lid, set valve to sealing, and cook on Manual/Pressure Cook mode for 10 minutes at high pressure.
- Once cooking completes, allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully do a quick release.
- Open lid and fluff stuffing with a fork. If desired, transfer to a baking dish and broil for 2-3 minutes to crisp the top.
- Let stuffing rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Tips
- Bread Preparation is Key: Always use slightly stale or dried bread cubes. This helps them absorb flavors without becoming mushy.
- Don't Oversaturate: When adding broth, aim for moistened bread, not soggy bread. The bread should look damp, not swimming.
- Herb Freshness Matters: If possible, use fresh sage and thyme for more vibrant flavor. Dried herbs work too, but fresh herbs elevate the taste.
- Optional Crisp Finish: For a golden, crispy top, transfer the stuffing to a baking dish and broil for 2-3 minutes after pressure cooking.
- Customize Your Stuffing: Feel free to add cooked sausage, dried cranberries, or chopped nuts to make the recipe your own.
- Instant Pot Positioning: Ensure your Instant Pot valve is set to sealing during pressure cooking to achieve the perfect texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
