Pheasant Wild Rice Casserole

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, creamy casserole combining tender pheasant with nutty wild rice and savory mushrooms.
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Pheasant Wild Rice Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 276.6

Description

This comforting Pheasant Wild Rice Casserole is a perfect way to showcase game bird in a home-style dish. The combination of chewy, nutty wild rice and tender diced pheasant creates a satisfying texture, while the creamy mushroom sauce adds richness and depth. Bright red pimentos provide a pop of color and a mild, sweet contrast to the earthy flavors of the rice and meat. Topped with crunchy slivered almonds, this casserole offers a delightful mix of soft and crisp textures in every bite. It is an excellent choice for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or a cozy weeknight meal when you want something substantial yet elegant. The flavors meld beautifully as it bakes, resulting in a dish that is both nostalgic and refined.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook wild rice according to package directions until tender but still chewy; drain any excess water.
  2. Chop one onion and sauté it in the butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium heat until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in flour to the onion mixture and cook for one minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  4. Drain the canned mushrooms, reserving the liquid in a measuring cup.
  5. Add enough chicken broth to the reserved mushroom liquid to equal 1 1/2 cups total liquid.
  6. Gradually whisk the liquid mixture into the flour and onion base, then stir in the milk.
  7. Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  8. Fold the cooked wild rice, drained mushrooms, diced cooked pheasant, diced pimentos, parsley flakes, salt, and pepper into the thickened sauce.
  9. Transfer the mixture into a 2-quart baking dish or casserole.
  10. Sprinkle slivered almonds evenly over the top.
  11. Bake at 350ðF (175ðC) for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 276.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.4g29%
Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
Cholesterol 1.8mg1%
Sodium 294.1mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 22.4g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 5.0g
Protein 5.6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pheasant, wild rice, casserole, mushrooms, game bird, comfort food, dinner, baking, pimento, almonds, creamy, hearty, holiday dinner, one dish meal, rustic, savory, family style, winter meal, protein rich
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