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Cornish Hens with Wild Rice and Celery

Savory Cornish Hens with Wild Rice and Celery Delight

An impressive yet easy recipe for Cornish Hens with Wild Rice and Celery, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 hens
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hens
  • 2 whole Cornish hens Ensure they are fully thawed for even cooking.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
For the Stuffing
  • 1 cup Celery Can substitute with chopped bell peppers.
  • 1 cup Fresh mushrooms Canned mushrooms can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Long grain and wild rice mix A quinoa mix can replace it for gluten-free.
  • 2 cups Reduced-sodium chicken broth Vegetable broth works for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Water Necessary for cooking the rice mix.
  • 1 cup Water chestnuts Optional.
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries Substitute with raisins or chopped dried apricots.
  • 1 cup Green onions Shallots can be a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Reduced-sodium soy sauce Omit for gluten-free or use tamari instead.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large saucepan
  • Roasting pan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, then add chopped celery and mushrooms, sautéing until tender.
  3. Stir in the rice mix and toast for a minute, then add broth and water, bring to boil, and simmer until rice is tender.
  4. Fold in water chestnuts, cranberries, green onions, and soy sauce into the rice mixture.
  5. Stuff each Cornish hen with the rice mixture lightly and optionally serve extra stuffing on the side.
  6. Place the stuffed hens in a roasting pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 170°F.
  7. Allow the hens to rest for 10 minutes, then cut in half lengthwise to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1henCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the hens are thawed completely before cooking, check internal temperature for safety, and feel free to customize stuffing ingredients as desired.

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