Best 6 Pheasant And Wild Rice Casserole Recipes

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The pheasant and wild rice casserole is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the gamey taste of pheasant with the nutty flavor of wild rice. It is an excellent choice for a special occasion meal or a cozy dinner party. The pheasant meat is tender and juicy, while the wild rice adds a unique texture and a subtle nutty flavor to the dish. The casserole is typically made with a creamy sauce, which helps to keep the meat and rice moist and flavorful. Additionally, various vegetables, such as mushrooms, celery, and onions, can be added to the casserole to enhance its flavor and texture.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PHEASANT AND WILD RICE



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Everyone in my family hunts, so we have an abundance of game. This recipe also works well with wild turkey or grouse and even with chicken if you prefer. I love to make this dish on special occasions and for guests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2-2/3 cups water
3/4 cup chopped onion
2-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
6 bacon strips, cut up
1 large oven roasting bag
2 cups uncooked wild rice
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large pheasant, halved or two small pheasants (about 4 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine first nine ingredients; bring to a boil., Meanwhile, place flour in oven bag; shake to coat. Place oven bag in a 13x9-in. baking pan; add the bacon. Sprinkle rice and mushrooms over bacon. Add pheasant. Pour soup mixture into bag., Cut six 1/2-in. slits in top of bag; close bag with tie provided. Bake at 350° for 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 180°. Let stand for 10 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 1068mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 63g protein.

PHEASANT WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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This recipe works well with chicken as well and has a rich, deep flavor. It can be used as a side dish or as a main dish as well. Perfect for wild game feeds!

Provided by Wendelina

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup diced pheasants or 1 cup chicken
3 cups cooked wild rice
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup butter
1 cup diced tomato
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Sauté onions and mushrooms in butter.
  • Combine all ingredients in a casserole dish, reserving 1/4 c of the cheese.
  • Stir in a little water or juice from tomatoes if it appears dry.
  • Top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.5, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 60.5, Sodium 339.4, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 9

BAKED PHEASANT & WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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Categories     Poultry     Bake

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

8-10 pheasant breasts
2 cloves garlic
dry white wine (Sov. Blanc)
2 cans cream of mushroom soup
4 strips bacon
1/2 cup onions
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 lb mushrooms
2 tbsp melted butter
1 cup canned tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped ripe olives (pitted)
1 cup wild rice
flour
salt
pepper
oil

Steps:

  • Pheasant: Cut up pheasant so that you have just the breasts. Dip the pieces in flour and salt and pepper. Brown in oil then put pieces in casserole pan. To this, add 2 cloves chopped garlic and enough white wine to cover 3/4 of the pheasant. Cover and bake for 2 hours. Then add 1 can cream of mushroom soup and spread on top. Recover and cook an additional 1 hour. Wild Rice Casserole: Fry 4 strips of bacon, then sauté 1/2 cup onion, 1/4 green pepper, and 1/2 lb mushrooms in the bacon drippings. Combine these in 2qt casserole dish. Then add 2 tbsp melted butter, 1 cup canned tomatoes, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1/2 cup chopped ripe olives (pitted), and 1 cup wild rice. Cover and bake at 300 for 3 hours.

PHEASANT AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Game     Bake     Thanksgiving     Dinner

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

3-4 c. deboned and cooked pheasant pieces
1 c. cooked wild rice
1/3 c. olive oil
1/3 c. chopped white onion
1/8 c. flour
1 1/2 c. FF chicken broth
1/4 c. FF half n' half
1 c. sliced wild mushrooms
1 c. sliced water chestnuts
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Pour olive oil in skillet. Add onions & then mushrooms & garlic & saute until tender. Remove from heat, stir in flour, gradually adding chicken broth. Stir until well-blended. Add the half & half. Cook & stir until starting to boil. Add the rice, cooked pheasant, water chestnuts, salt & pepper. Blend together. Put in large casserole, sprinkle with toasted almonds. Bake for 1/2 hr. at 350.

PHEASANT WITH WILD RICE



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This has always been our recipe of choice when it's time to Pheasant hunt. Now with Zaar! there are lots for us to choose from. Thought I would pass on another recipe. Please try it! I think you'll also love to make it during Bird Season! It's like who has only one chicken recipe!!

Provided by teresas

Categories     Pheasant

Time 2h20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (2 1/2 lb) pheasants, dressed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
3 whole allspice
2 tablespoons sherry wine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked wild rice

Steps:

  • Cut pheasant into quarters.
  • Dredge pieces in flour.
  • Melt butter in oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add pheasant, and cook until browned on both sides, turning once.
  • Add onion and next 7 ingredients.
  • Put oven-safe skillet in oven.
  • Bake, covered, at 350°F for 1 1/2 hours or until tender.
  • Remove pheasant from skillet, and keep warm.
  • Cook pan drippings in skillet over medium-high heat until reduced to 2 cups.
  • Serve with pheasant and rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2174.7, Fat 144.3, SaturatedFat 72.2, Cholesterol 688, Sodium 1659.3, Carbohydrate 58.9, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 5, Protein 143.2

PHEASANT WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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How to make Pheasant Wild Rice Casserole

Provided by Nancy R @Robeyone

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup(s) wild rice, uncooked
2 tablespoon(s) parsley flakes
2 cup(s) pheasant, cooked and diced
1.5 cup(s) chicken broth
1/4 cup(s) flour
1 - onion, chopped
pinch(es) pepper
pinch(es) salt
1 jar(s) pimento, diced (optional)
1.5 cup(s) milk
1 can(s) mushrooms, sliced
1 stick(s) butter
1/2 cup(s) almonds, slivered

Steps:

  • Prepare wild rice according to package directions.
  • Saute onion in butter until tender.
  • Remove from heat; stir in flour until smooth.
  • Drain mushrooms reserving liquid.
  • Add enough broth to liquid to measure 1 1/2 cups; graduallly stir into flour mixture, add milk, cook stirring constantly until thick. .
  • Add rice, mushrooms, pheasant, pimento, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Place in 2-quart casserole; sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh pheasant: Fresh pheasant has a better flavor and texture than frozen pheasant. If you can, try to buy pheasant that has been shot within the last 24 hours.
  • Brine the pheasant: Brining the pheasant helps to tenderize the meat and add flavor. You can brine the pheasant in a simple salt water solution, or you can add herbs and spices to the brine for extra flavor.
  • Cook the pheasant properly: Pheasant is a lean meat, so it is important to cook it properly to avoid drying it out. The best way to cook pheasant is to roast it in the oven or grill it over medium heat.
  • Use wild rice: Wild rice has a nutty flavor that pairs well with pheasant. You can use pre-cooked wild rice, or you can cook it yourself according to the package directions.
  • Add vegetables: Vegetables add color, flavor, and nutrients to the casserole. You can use any vegetables you like, but some good options include carrots, celery, onions, and mushrooms.
  • Use a creamy sauce: A creamy sauce helps to bind the casserole together and add richness. You can use a simple béchamel sauce, or you can add herbs and spices to the sauce for extra flavor.
  • Top with cheese: Cheese adds a golden brown crust to the casserole and helps to hold the ingredients together. You can use any type of cheese you like, but some good options include cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, or Gruyère cheese.

Conclusion:

Pheasant and wild rice casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The pheasant is tender and flavorful, the wild rice is nutty and chewy, and the creamy sauce and cheese add richness and depth of flavor. This casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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