17+ Stuffed Turkey Thanksgiving Recipe Taste The Magic Today!

Ingredients You'll Need

For the Turkey:

• 1 whole turkey, approximately 12 pounds
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
• 1 tablespoon dried sage
• Salt and pepper

For the Stuffing:

• 1 loaf of bread, cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Before beginning the preparation process, make sure to have your turkey fully defrosted and at room temperature for about an hour. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and rinse the turkey thoroughly, patting it dry with paper towels.

For the Stuffing:

1. In a large skillet, melt 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, cooked vegetables, chicken broth, cranberries, pecans, dried thyme, dried sage, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Take your turkey and stuff the cavity with the prepared stuffing mixture. Use kitchen twine to tie the legs together and secure the wings to the sides of the turkey.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1/2 cup of softened butter, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and dried sage. Rub the mixture all over the turkey, making sure to cover all areas.
5. Place the stuffed turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan. Cover the pan with foil and place it in the preheated oven.
6. After 2 hours, remove the foil and baste the turkey with the pan juices. Continue roasting for an additional 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
7. Once fully cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving and serving with your favorite Thanksgiving sides.

And there you have it, a delicious and flavorful stuffed turkey that will be the star of your Thanksgiving dinner. The combination of savory herbs, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans in the stuffing adds a delicious twist to this classic dish. So give this recipe a try and make your Thanksgiving feast one to remember!