The Best Oyster Dressing

Elevate your holiday table with "The Best Oyster Dressing," a rich and flavorful Southern classic that balances the briny sweetness of fresh oysters with the comforting savoriness of golden cornbread. This recipe combines tender bites of oysters, aromatics like onion, celery, and garlic, and a perfectly seasoned blend of herbs, spices, and moist bread cubes for an irresistibly hearty texture. Infused with chicken stock and oyster liquor for exceptional depth of flavor, this dressing is baked to perfection with a crispy golden top. Perfect as a standout Thanksgiving side dish or for seafood lovers at any gathering, this oyster dressing is a luxurious twist on traditional stuffing that your guests won’t forget.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 ounces fresh oysters with liquor
• 8 tablespoons butter
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 5 cups cooked cornbread, crumbled
• 2 cups French bread, torn into small pieces
• 2.5 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 large eggs, beaten

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Drain the oysters, reserving the liquor in a small bowl. Chop the oysters into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, torn French bread pieces, and the sautéed onion mixture. Mix well.

Step 5

Pour the reserved oyster liquor, chicken stock, and beaten eggs into the cornbread mixture. Stir until fully combined. The mixture should be moist but not soggy; add more stock if needed.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped oysters, parsley, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Spread the dressing evenly into the greased baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 9

Let the dressing rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3406.3 grams (3406.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5981

Total Fat 163.10g	209%
Saturated Fat 32.40g	162%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1010mg	337%
Sodium 11722mg	510%
Total Carbohydrate 882.50g	321%
Dietary Fiber 37.70g	135%
Total Sugars 115.60g
Protein 193.70g	387%

Vitamin D 1532IU	7658%
Calcium 1860mg	143%
Iron 74mg	411%
Potassium 3707mg	79%

*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: 25.4%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 61.1%