Wild Rice Stuffed Cornish Hens Recipe

Name: Wild Rice Stuffed Cornish Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5-1/2 cups water, divided; 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 3/4 cup uncooked wild rice; 1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice; 1 pound bulk pork sausage; 1-1/2 cups chopped celery; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 6 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each); 1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves

Servings: persons

1
In a large saucepan, bring 5 cups water, bouillon and salt to a boil. Add wild rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add long grain rice; cover and simmer 25-30 minutes longer or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
2
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, celery and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in rice mixture. Spoon about 3/4 cup stuffing into each hen.
3
Place remaining stuffing in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; cover and set aside. Place hens breast side up on a rack in shallow baking pan; tie drumsticks together. Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 40 minutes.
4
In a small saucepan, bring preserves and remaining water to a boil. Pour over hens. Bake 25-35 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 180u00b0 for hens and 165u00b0 for stuffing, basting occasionally. Place baking dish of stuffing in the oven for the last 35-40 minutes of hens' baking time.

644

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5-1/2 cups water, divided, 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules, 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, 3/4 cup uncooked wild rice, and more.

Yes, Wild Rice Stuffed Cornish Hens 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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Wild Rice Stuffed Cornish Hens

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