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Keto Cornbread Stuffing

Keto Cornbread Stuffing

Keto Cornbread Stuffing is the perfect low-carb side dish for your holiday festivities. A delightful blend of savory Turkey Bacon, tender chicken gizzards, and fresh herbs is combined with homemade cornbread cubes that soak up all the delicious flavors while remaining gluten-free. This stuffing not only elevates Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners but can also be enjoyed at any gathering throughout the year. With its rich taste and satisfying texture, Keto Cornbread Stuffing will impress guests and family alike without compromising your dietary goals.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/3 cup almond flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon corn flavor extract (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 6 slices turkey bacon
  • ½ pound chicken gizzards
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage (2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1 tablespoon thyme (1 teaspoon dried)
  • ½ cup chopped parsley
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, almond flour, eggs, baking powder, salt, and optional seasonings until well mixed.
  2. Pour the batter into a greased 8×8 baking dish and bake for about 14 minutes or until set. Let cool before cutting into cubes.
  3. Toast cornbread cubes on a parchment-lined tray under the broiler until golden brown.
  4. Cook turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy; remove and chop. Sauté gizzards in the same skillet until done.
  5. In the skillet, add onion, celery, garlic, and salt; cook until softened.
  6. Combine sautéed veggies with bacon, gizzards, fresh herbs, and cubed cornbread in a large bowl.
  7. Transfer to a casserole dish, pour chicken broth over it, and bake at 325°F for 20-30 minutes.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Keto

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
  • Calories: 215
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg

Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider including different vegetables or swapping out turkey bacon for sausage. This stuffing can be made ahead of time—just refrigerate it before baking.