Chestnut Stuffing with Fennel
Celebrate the holidays with a delightful twist on a classic dish by preparing Chestnut Stuffing with Fennel. This festive stuffing mixes the somewhat sweet, fragrant tones of fennel with the rich, nutty flavor of chestnuts. With each delectable bite, this Fennel-Stuffed Chestnut Stuffing will become a treasured addition to your holiday spread, encapsulating the spirit of the season.
https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/chestnut-stuffing-fennel
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds country bread, crusts removed, torn into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fennel seeds
4 ounces pancetta, sliced 1/8 inch thick and diced
1 small rosemary sprig
1 dried chile de árbol or other dried red chile, stemmed and broken in half
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small fennel bulb, halved lengthwise and finely diced
1 1/2 teaspoons thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
3/4 cup dry white wine
2 1/4 cups chicken