Cornish Hens With Wild Rice Stuffing Recipe
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Description
This Cornish hens with wild rice stuffing recipe is a perfect dish for a special occasion or holiday dinner. The stuffing is a flavorful combination of wild rice, vegetables, and herbs, while the Cornish hens are coated in a delicious seasoning blend and roasted to perfection. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.Ingredients
- 4 Cornish hens, cleaned and patted dry
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Equipment
- Large baking dish
- Small saucepan
- Large mixing bowl
- Basting brush
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the wild rice and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Cook for 45-50 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked wild rice, onion, celery, garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Stuff each Cornish hen with the wild rice stuffing mixture. Use toothpicks to keep the stuffing inside the hens.
- Place the Cornish hens in a large baking dish. Brush each hen with melted butter and sprinkle with additional salt and pepper.
- Roast the Cornish hens in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the hens reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the Cornish hens rest for 10 minutes before removing the toothpicks and serving.
Notes
- You can easily double or triple this recipe to serve a larger crowd.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables to the stuffing mixture, such as carrots or mushrooms.
- If you don't have wild rice, you can substitute with brown rice or quinoa.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 530
- Protein: 46g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the hens are fully cooked.
- If the skin is not crispy enough for your liking, you can broil the hens for a few minutes at the end of the cooking time.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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