Fat Free Old Fashioned Chicken Dressing
A flavorful, fat-free stuffing with cornbread, biscuits, celery, and onion, seasoned with poultry and enhanced with light cream and broth for a moist, golden-brown bake. Perfect for holiday dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Crumble the cornbread and biscuits until fine.
- Mix poultry seasoning with the bread crumbs.
- Stir-fry minced celery and minced onion in Pam cooking spray until tender.
- Combine the sautéed vegetables with the bread mixture.
- Add lite skimmed cream and enough vegetable broth to make the mixture resemble cornbread batter.
- Pour the mixture into a pan sprayed with Pam.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 to 45 minutes or until golden brown.
Tips & Substitutions
For a more flavorful dressing, consider adding chopped herbs like parsley or thyme to the mixture. If you prefer a denser texture, you can replace some of the vegetable broth with additional skimmed cream. Using homemade cornbread and biscuits can enhance the taste. For a vegetarian version, substitute the vegetable broth with homemade vegetable stock.
Serving Suggestions
This Fat Free Old Fashioned Chicken Dressing pairs beautifully with roasted turkey or chicken and makes a great side dish for holiday meals. Consider serving it alongside steamed green beans or a fresh salad for a balanced meal. It can also complement American recipes like pot roast or meatloaf.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the dressing in a covered dish in the oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through. You can also microwave individual portions for convenience.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Fat Free Old Fashioned Chicken Dressing contains roughly 215 calories, with 4g protein, 36g carbohydrates, and 7g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (52% of the Daily Value) and iron (20% of the Daily Value), and a good source of dietary fiber. It also contributes 3g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this dressing ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dressing a day in advance. Simply follow the recipe until the baking step, cover the mixture, and refrigerate. When ready to serve, bake it straight from the fridge, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Is this recipe suitable for freezing?
Yes, this dressing can be frozen. After baking, let it cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap followed by aluminum foil. It can be frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and bake until heated through.
What can I use if I don't have poultry seasoning?
If you don't have poultry seasoning, you can create a substitute by mixing equal parts of dried sage, thyme, and marjoram. Alternatively, using Italian seasoning can also provide a nice flavor profile for the dressing.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).