Chicken With Fennel Stuffing Recipe

Name: Chicken With Fennel Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 fennel bulb, chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 5 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes; 1-1/2 cups chicken broth; 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon rubbed sage; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1 roasting chicken (7 to 8 pounds)

Servings: persons

1
In a large skillet, saute fennel and onion in 2 tablespoons butter until tender. Place in a large bowl. Stir in the stuffing cubes, broth, thyme, sage, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Just before baking, loosely stuff chicken with 3 cups stuffing. Place remaining stuffing in a greased 1-qt. baking dish; refrigerate until ready to bake.
2
Place chicken breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Melt remaining butter; brush over chicken. Sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165u00b0 when inserted in center of stuffing and thigh reaches at least 170u00b0.
3
Bake additional stuffing, covered, for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cover chicken and let stand for 10 minutes before removing stuffing and carving.

197

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 fennel bulb, chopped, 1 large onion, chopped, 4 tablespoons butter, divided, 5 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Fennel Stuffing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken With Fennel Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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