Southern Chicken & Dressing

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat and adds healthy fats.

whole chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are less expensive and remain juicy.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a budget-friendly option.

sage

💰Cheaper: dried sage

Dried sage is more economical and has a longer shelf life.

Add the whole chicken to a pot of water set to medium heat.

Add chopped celery and carrots to the pot.

Add garlic, Creole seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, Kace caramelized onion butter, and bread with 24 herbs and spices to the pot.

Cover the pot and let it cook.

Remove the chicken and drain the broth.

Pull apart the chicken meat.

Add cornbread to a mixing bowl and break it down.

Add homemade breadcrumbs to the cornbread.

Add Creole seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, sage, and thyme to the mixture.

Add the shredded chicken to the mixture and set it aside.

Heat a skillet and add butter, then sauté onions and celery until softened.

Add the sautéed vegetables to the cornbread mixture.

Crack eggs and add them to the dressing mixture.

Mix in homemade chicken broth and a chicken bouillon packet.

Mix everything together thoroughly.

Pour the mixture into a baking dish and smooth it out.

Bake in the oven until done.

Cooking Techniques

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