Oyster Stuffing for Turkey

Elevate your holiday feast with this luxurious Oyster Stuffing for Turkey, a savory side dish that marries coastal flavors with classic comfort. This recipe combines toasted cubes of French bread with tender shucked oysters, aromatic vegetables, and fresh herbs like sage and thyme, creating a flavorful and moist stuffing that perfectly complements roasted turkey. The addition of oyster liquor and chicken stock infuses every bite with rich, briny depth, while a golden, slightly crisp top adds the perfect finishing touch. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this irresistible Thanksgiving stuffing is a crowd-pleaser that brings a sophisticated twist to your traditional holiday menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups French bread (day-old or stale, cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 large Yellow onion (chopped)
• 3 stalks Celery (chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 pint Oysters (shucked, with liquid reserved)
• 1 cup Chicken or turkey stock
• 2 large Eggs (beaten)
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh sage (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish or casserole and set it aside.

Step 2

Spread the cubed French bread on a baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, stirring midway, until lightly golden and dry. Remove and let cool.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and celery, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Chop the oysters into bite-sized pieces, reserving the oyster liquid. Add the oysters to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes with the cooked vegetable and oyster mixture.

Step 7

Add the reserved oyster liquid and chicken stock, stirring to evenly moisten the bread. Adjust the amount of liquid as needed to achieve a moist but not soggy consistency.

Step 8

Stir in the beaten eggs, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 9

Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil.

Step 10

Bake the stuffing in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and slightly crisp.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy this flavorful oyster stuffing with your turkey!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3137.3 grams (3137.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6124

Total Fat 133.10g	171%
Saturated Fat 46.50g	233%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 732mg	244%
Sodium 14111mg	614%
Total Carbohydrate 1006.10g	366%
Dietary Fiber 71.50g	255%
Total Sugars 75.00g
Protein 244.30g	489%

Vitamin D 1604IU	8019%
Calcium 1880mg	145%
Iron 87mg	482%
Potassium 4272mg	91%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.3%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 64.9%