Cornish Hens with Rice-Mushroom Stuffing
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 90 min
Total: 110 min
Serves: 4
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Golden-brown Cornish hens emerge from the oven, their crispy skin giving way to tender, juicy meat infused with the aromatic flavors of lemon-pepper seasoning. Nestled within, a delightful stuffing of rice and savory mushrooms adds a satisfying texture and depth to each bite. Perfect for special gatherings or a comforting family dinner, this dish will surely impress your loved ones with its elegance and hearty appeal, making it a memorable centerpiece for any occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 - Cornish Hen
- 1 - Salt - To Taste
- 1 - Lemon-Pepper Seasoning - To Taste
- 1 Stalk Celery - Chopped
- 2 Tbsp Onion - Chopped
- 4 - Mushrooms - Chopped
- 1/4 Cup Butter (or Margarine) - Melted
- 1 Cup Rice - Cooked
- 1/4 Cup Chicken Broth
- 1 - Black Pepper - To Taste
Directions
Directions
- Rinse hens; pat dry.
- Sprinkle inside and out with salt and lemon-pepper seasoning.
- Saute celery, onion and mushrooms in 3 tablespoons butter until just tender; combine with rice and broth.
- Season with salt and pepper; mix well.
- Stuff hens with rice mixture; truss.
- Brush hens with remaining butter; arrange hens in shallow roasting pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until hens are golden brown and tender.
Nutrition
Per serving · 4 servingsCalories
470
Fat
25 g
Saturated fat
10 g
Carbohydrates
35 g
Sugar
1 g
Fiber
1 g
Protein
30 g
Sodium
400 mg
Cholesterol
90 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 - Cornish Hen
- 1 - Salt - To Taste
- 1 - Lemon-Pepper Seasoning - To Taste
- 1 Stalk Celery - Chopped
- 2 Tbsp Onion - Chopped
- 4 - Mushrooms - Chopped
- 1/4 Cup Butter (or Margarine) - Melted
- 1 Cup Rice - Cooked
- 1/4 Cup Chicken Broth
- 1 - Black Pepper - To Taste
