Crispy Sausage Stuffing Balls Recipe
These crispy sausage stuffing balls are a delightful appetizer or side dish, combining savory sausage with herbs and spices, all encased in a crunchy panko coating.
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 4 cups day-old bread cubed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup celery finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, then let it cool slightly.
- Sauté the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped celery in the same skillet until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, cubed bread, chicken broth, sage, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, salt, and beaten eggs. Mix thoroughly.
- Shape the mixture into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Drizzle olive oil over the top of each ball.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a dipping sauce for extra flavor.