Delia'S Cornish Game Hens (Or Chicken And Rice)

Name: Delia'S Cornish Game Hens (Or Chicken And Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Cornish hens (or one chicken, in pieces, skin on); 1/2 cup butter; 2 cups rice; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 1 green pepper, chopped (optional); poultry seasoning (optional); salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1
Chop onion, celery, and green pepper if using, then slice mushrooms.
2
Rinse hens or chicken pieces and pat dry.
3
In a 13x9 pan, mix rice, broth, and vegetables.
4
Arrange birds on top of the rice, settling them in a bit.
5
Melt butter, then drizzle over poultry and rice mixture, using all of it.
6
Sprinkle with poultry seasoning, salt and pepper, or any herbs of your choice.
7
Cover with foil and bake at 350 for about 45 minutes.
8
Remove foil and continue baking until poultry and rice tests done and skins are nicely browned.
9
Remove from oven and let cool ten to fifteen minutes before serving.

1029

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Cornish hens (or one chicken, in pieces, skin on), 1/2 cup butter, 2 cups rice, 4 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Delia'S Cornish Game Hens (Or Chicken And Rice) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Delia'S Cornish Game Hens (Or Chicken And Rice)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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