Cornish Hens with Wild Rice. Recipe

Name: Cornish Hens with Wild Rice.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tbsp melted butter or olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried basil; 1 tsp rosemary; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 Cornish Hens, 16 to 20 ounces each; 1 cup black or wild rice; 1/2 cup brown rice; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tsp garlic powder; 2 tbsp chopped onion; 1 dash basil

Servings: persons

3 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp rosemary
1 tsp black pepper
2 Cornish Hens, 16 to 20 ounces each
1 cup black or wild rice
1/2 cup brown rice
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp chopped onion
1 dash basil

1
melt butter add garlic powder, basil, rosemary, and pepper
2
rub mixture on hens
3
place hens on rotisserie, cook for 45 minutes, until juices no longer pink and skin is golden
4
For The Rice Side
5
melt butter in pan
6
saute onion
7
add rice and 3 cups water
8
heat to boiling then cover and reduce heat
9
stir in garlic powder and basil
10
simmer for 45 to 60 minutes until tender
11
for 2 hearty servings serve chickens whole, for two light serving split chickens
12
serve with the rice as a side
13
enjoy

457

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tbsp melted butter or olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp dried basil, 1 tsp rosemary, and more.

Yes, Cornish Hens with Wild Rice. falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cornish Hens with Wild Rice.

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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