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How to make Stove-Top Stuffing in the Slow Cooker

by Sarah Olson on November 15, 2020 | Updated November 18, 2022 12 Comments

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You can’t beat how easy Stove-Top stuffing is to make. You can make it even more hands-off by using your slow cooker! The best part is that you can keep it warm for your dinner party.

If you love easy side dishes also try my sweet potato wedges or green bean casserole.

stove top stuffing done cooking in slow cooker

For my family’s holiday dinners, each family brings prepared food in a slow cooker.

I like to prepare and bring the stove-top stuffing in my slow cooker. Stuffing travels great and stays moist in the slow cooker.

ingredients for stove top stuffing in front of a slow cooker

How to make Stove-Top Stuffing in the crockpot:

  • Stove-Top Brand Stuffing Mix – You can use any flavor! My favorites are chicken or cornbread.
  • Butter – amount listed on the box
  • Water – amount listed on the box
2 images. Top one butter and water in slow cooker. Bottom, melted butter and water in slow cooker.
  1. Place the water and butter in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 1.5 hours.
  2. Add the stuffing mix after the water and butter are hot. Stir.
  3. Fluff with a fork.

How many boxes can I make?

  • You can make up to five boxes in a 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Follow and measure the amount of ingredients for each box – no need to adjust for the slow cooker.
2 image collage. Top image is stuffing being poured into a slow cooker. Bottom, spatula stirring stuffing.

What are some stuffing mix-ins?

Add one or more of these options below to make your stuffing extra special. (Add when the stuffing is done).

  • Ground sausage: Cook and crumble a 1/2 pound of ground sausage for each box of stuffing.
  • Vegetables: Sauté carrots, onion, and celery for additional flavor.
  • Dried cranberries: Add 1/4 cup for each box of stuffing for a festive touch.
  • Apples: Dice 1 apple per box of stuffing for a sweet crunch.
cooked sausage, cooked vegetables, dried cranberries, and sliced apple on tray

How long can I keep this on the warm setting?

  • Cooked stuffing will keep on the warm setting for 3 hours but will need some babysitting.
  • Stir every half hour and add a touch of water if looks like it’s drying out.
Close up of stove top stuffing in slow cooker with wooden spoon in it.

More recipes to use up stove-top stuffing:

  • Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Stove-Top Stuffing
  • Slow Cooker Turkey Stovetop Stuffing
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Broccoli Stuffing Casserole
  • Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing
  • Slow Cooker Alpine Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

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How to make Stove-Top Stuffing in the slow cooker

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Make delicious boxed stuffing in your slow cooker and keep it warm for your holiday dinner.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 181kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker: 1.5 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 6 oz. box Stove Top Stuffing Mix (any flavor)
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 4 Tbsp. salted butter
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Instructions:

  • Add the water and butter (unmelted) into your slow cooker.
  • Cover, and cook on HIGH for 1.5 hours or until hot.
  • Add the stuffing mix and stir.
  • Place the lid back on the slow cooker and switch to the warm setting. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork and serve!
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Recipe Notes:

How many boxes of stove-top stuffing can I make in my slow cooker?
  • You can make up to five boxes in a 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Follow and measure the amount of ingredients for each box – no need to adjust for the slow cooker.
Can I use another brand of stuffing mix?
Yes, though you will need to follow the amounts of ingredients to be added that that package indicates. 
How long can I keep this warm?
  • Cooked stuffing will keep on the warm setting for 3 hours but will need some babysitting.
  • Stir every half hour and add a touch of water if looks like it’s drying out.
What can I add to boxed stuffing to make it special?
Add one or more of these options below to make your stuffing extra special. (Add when the stuffing is done).
  • Ground sausage: Cook and crumble a 1/2 pound of ground sausage for each box of stuffing.
  • Vegetables: Sauté carrots, onion, and celery for additional flavor and veggies.
  • Dried cranberries: Add 1/4 cup for each box of stuffing for a festive touch.
  • Apples: Dice 1 apple per box of stuffing for a sweet crunch.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 463mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 246IU | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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    Comments

    1. Mary says

      December 5, 2022 at 1:43 pm

      Can I add a little sour cream to this recipe to keep it moist

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 6, 2022 at 8:08 am

        Yes, that will work great.

        Reply
    2. Ember says

      November 15, 2022 at 3:04 pm

      Are steps 2 & 3 mixed up?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 15, 2022 at 5:18 pm

        No, you don’t want to add your stuffing until the other stuff is hot. Will be less mushy that way.

        Reply
    3. Rose says

      December 3, 2021 at 7:52 pm

      5 stars
      Very good but chicken was a bit dry

      Reply
    4. Vicki Payne says

      December 3, 2021 at 9:34 am

      5 stars
      For the last 10 years I have made Stove Top in a very flavourful and easy manner. Instead of water use a can of chicken or beef broth along with the butter. This improves the flavour greatly. I am sure you could do this in the slow cooker or crockpot! Thanks for the great tip

      Reply
      • Jasmine Richardson says

        August 18, 2022 at 9:49 am

        5 stars
        Awesome Idea I must try! Thanks for the tip

        Reply
    5. Rosanna Goode says

      November 16, 2021 at 3:59 am

      5 stars
      I have low or high setting – how long on the low setting?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 16, 2021 at 6:00 am

        Most likely 2.5 hours on low.

        Reply
    6. Maria Sneed says

      November 13, 2021 at 4:38 pm

      5 stars
      Most of your recipes are wonderful!!

      Reply
    7. Bill says

      November 13, 2021 at 11:08 am

      5 stars
      Can I make this with canned oysters?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 13, 2021 at 2:56 pm

        I don’t see why not, just make sure the oysters are cooked before serving.

        Reply

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