These Store-Bought Stuffing Mixes Make Thanksgiving Meal Prep So Much Easier

Reviewers unanimously rave about the hearty herb-seasoned flavor of this Pepperidge Farm Classic Stuffing, insisting that it tastes “as good as homemade” and acts as a “quality canvas” for starting a meal. 

Just add chopped veggies, sausage bits, and your favorite gravy for a flavorful and fast side dish.

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Home cooks love this slightly zestier traditional sage stuffing as a meal starter for poultry dishes year-round — or for a perfect Thanksgiving turkey dinner. 

Try adding sausage, bacon, or roasted veggies like butternut squash and Brussels sprouts for even more flavor.

Made from a rice flour, brown rice flour, and tapioca flour mixture, this wheat-free stuffing mix from Aleia’s is delightfully gluten-free and packed with savory flavor. 

Several reviewers who consume gluten said they would still choose this flavorful and easy-to-prep mix over other traditional blends that contain wheat — just be sure to add diced celery and onion. 

For a gluten-free stuffing with 45% fewer calories than traditional wheat-based options, check out this new riced cauliflower stuffing from Green Giant. It's only sold in-store for now, but it's one of our favorite new healthy food launches for the holidays.

Availability Note: To find Green Giant Riced Cauliflower Stuffing, see store locations.

Whether you're cooking for gluten-free dinner guests or are experimenting with wheat-free recipes, this herb-seasoned stuffing from Three Bakers produces a slightly darker and heartier-tasting stuffing, as opposed to traditional white-bread-based options.

If you're slow-cooking pork chops, chicken wings, or even classic beef tenderloin, there's no better side dish than a Southern-style cornbread stuffing. 

Simply add a cup of your favorite bone broth or water to this stuffing mix from Stove Top, bring to a boil, let the mixture simmer, and voila — get ready for a delicious side dish in just 5 minutes.