Thanksgiving Sides/Semi Homemade Cornbread Chicken Dressings 

cornbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber and nutrients, while white bread is often more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats, and margarine is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon cubes are a cost-effective alternative.

Prepare cornbread according to recipe and let cool.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Sauté chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper in butter until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Crumble the cooled cornbread into a large mixing bowl.

Add sautéed vegetables to the crumbled cornbread.

Stir in shredded chicken, herbs, salt, and pepper.

Pour in chicken broth gradually, mixing until combined but not soggy.

Add beaten eggs and mix thoroughly to bind the ingredients.

Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown on top.

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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