Turchicken With Cornbread Sausage Stuffing Recipe

Name: Turchicken With Cornbread Sausage Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE TURCHICKEN:; 15-18 pounds whole turkey, deboned, skin on, wings and legs intact; 5-6 pounds whole chicken, deboned and skin removed; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; salt and pepper, to taste; various dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage), optional; FOR THE CORNBREAD SAUSAGE STUFFING:; 16 slices of day-old bread, torn or cubed; 8 inch square pan day-old corn bread, crumbled; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 20 ounces package celery hearts, finely chopped; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons dried sage; freshly ground pepper; 16 ounces pork breakfast sausage; 2 cups chicken broth

Servings: persons

FOR THE TURCHICKEN:
15-18 pounds whole turkey, deboned, skin on, wings and legs intact
5-6 pounds whole chicken, deboned and skin removed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
salt and pepper, to taste
various dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage), optional
FOR THE CORNBREAD SAUSAGE STUFFING:
16 slices of day-old bread, torn or cubed
8 inch square pan day-old corn bread, crumbled
1/2 cup unsalted butter
20 ounces package celery hearts, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried sage
freshly ground pepper
16 ounces pork breakfast sausage
2 cups chicken broth

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["Preheat oven to 325. Set aside the turkey and chicken. Melt 1 stick of butter in saucepan or microwave. Set aside.", "TO MAKE THE STUFFING:
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Place breads in large mixing bowl.
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Melt 1 stick of butter in large pan over medium heat. Saute celery, onions, and sage together until vegetables are cooked through. Add pepper. Transfer to mixing bowl with breads.
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Add sausage to pan and break it up with a spoon as it browns lightly. Add to bowl with bread/vegetable mixture and mix all together thoroughly, adding chicken broth if needed to moisten.", "TO MAKE TURCHICKEN:
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Place deboned turkey skin side down on large cutting board surface. Spread 2/3 of stuffing on top of meat side of turkey. Place skinless, deboned chicken on top of stuffing, season chicken meat with salt and pepper, and spread with the remaining stuffing. Fold the sides of the turkey together so the chicken remains inside and begin trussing turkey starting at neck and moving down to tail. Tie to all together to resemble a whole turkey.", "Place in large roasting pan on a rack or without a rack. Pour melted butter all over turkey surface. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with dried herbs, if desired.", "Place in oven, on lower rack, and roast 3.5-4 hrs, basting every 45 minute. Roast until middle of the turchicken registers 165.", "Remove turchicken from oven, tent with foil, and allow to rest for at least 15 minutes. Slice turchicken across the body to get whole slices containing turkey, chicken, and stuffing.", "Make gravy with the pan drippings and pour it all over your turchicken slices. Eat until your tummy hurts! Enjoy the best leftovers of your life the next day too."]

1999

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

Carbs

224

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE TURCHICKEN:, 15-18 pounds whole turkey, deboned, skin on, wings and legs intact, 5-6 pounds whole chicken, deboned and skin removed, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, and more.

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

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turchicken With Cornbread Sausage Stuffing

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