This elegant yet comforting dish features a small Cornish hen stuffed with a hearty mixture of nutty wild rice, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic onions. The wild rice provides a chewy, substantial texture that contrasts beautifully with the tender, juicy meat of the hen. As the bird roasts, the flavors meld together, creating a rich and savory experience perfect for holiday dinners or special weeknight meals. The stuffing absorbs the drippings from the chicken, adding depth to every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs a sophisticated main course that feels homemade and inviting, bringing a rustic charm to your table without requiring complex techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.
Cornish Hen With Wild Rice
Description
This elegant yet comforting dish features a small Cornish hen stuffed with a hearty mixture of nutty wild rice, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic onions. The wild rice provides a chewy, substantial texture that contrasts beautifully with the tender, juicy meat of the hen. As the bird roasts, the flavors meld together, creating a rich and savory experience perfect for holiday dinners or special weeknight meals. The stuffing absorbs the drippings from the chicken, adding depth to every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs a sophisticated main course that feels homemade and inviting, bringing a rustic charm to your table without requiring complex techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
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Cook the wild rice according to package instructions, then drain well.
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While the rice cooks, chop the giblets from the hen into small pieces.
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In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of chicken fat over medium heat.
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Add the chopped giblets, minced onion, and chopped mushrooms to the skillet.
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Sauté the mixture for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are softened and giblets are cooked through.
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Stir the cooked wild rice into the skillet with the mushroom and giblet mixture.
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Season the stuffing with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, mixing well.
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Place the Cornish hen on a baking rack or in a roasting pan.
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Gently stuff the cavity of the hen with the wild rice mixture.
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Season the outside of the hen with the remaining salt and pepper.
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Roast the hen in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165ðF (74ðC).
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Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 87.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.9mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 18.7g7%
- Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
- Sugars 0.9g
- Protein 2.2g5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
