Cornish Game Hens with Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Cornish Game Hens with Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Sheila Bridges Recipe courtesy of Shelia Bridges. These tiny birds, stuffed with a mellow, earthy blend of mushrooms and wild rice, are an elegant main course.

Ingredients

8 cornish game hens (1 pound each)
kosher salt
cracked black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove and discard game hen necks and giblets; rinse and pat dry. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Set aside.
To make stuffing: In a small bowl, soak porcini mushrooms in 1 cup of water for 25 minutes. Strain mushrooms and liquid through a coffee filter placed in a strainer over a bowl. Reserve liquid (about 2/3 cup). Rinse and chop mushrooms; set aside. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter. When butter is foamy, add onion, celery, and fresh and reserved mushrooms. Stir until onion is soft and translucent, about 8 minutes. Add rice, herbs, salt, and pepper. Moisten slightly with about 3 tablespoons reserved mushroom water, depending on dryness. Makes 4 1/2 cups stuffing.
Melt remaining butter and set aside. Gently fill bird cavities with stuffing. Fold excess skin over opening and tie legs together. Place hens, with ample space between them, on two 12" x 19" baking sheets. Brush hens generously with butter. Bake about 1 hour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cornish Game Hens with Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cornish Game Hens with Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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