Best 7 Traditional Rice Stuffing Recipes

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Traditional rice stuffing, a classic side dish that has been enjoyed for centuries, is an essential part of many holiday meals. Made with simple ingredients like rice, vegetables, herbs, and spices, this flavorful stuffing can be prepared in a variety of ways to suit different tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer a moist and fluffy stuffing or a crispy and crunchy one, there are endless possibilities for creating the perfect traditional rice stuffing. With careful preparation and attention to detail, you can create a dish that will delight your family and friends and make your holiday meal truly memorable.

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

RICE STUFFING



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This Rice Stuffing is made pilaf-style with cranberries, pecans, scallions, and a little curry powder for warmth. Outstanding with any holiday menu, but easy enough to make every night of the week.

Provided by Meggan Hill

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
1 cup onion (minced (about 1 medium))
1 cup white rice (long-grain, jasmine, or basmati (see note 1))
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon curry powder ((see note 2))
1 clove garlic (minced)
1 cup chicken broth ( or vegetable broth)
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup pecans (chopped)
3 green onions (sliced, for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil. Add onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in rice, cumin, and curry powder, and cook, stirring frequently, until rice is lightly browned, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add broth, bay leaf, and salt, and bring to boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and cook until rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed, about 15 to 17 minutes. Remove bay leaf and fluff with a fork. Stir in cranberries and pecans. Garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.75 cup, Calories 362 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 511 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g

GRANDMA'S SAUSAGE AND RICE STUFFING



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"Grandma's stuffing can be the scene-stealer of the whole dinner. Thanksgiving really boils down to basics - family, friends and food - and after the challenging year we have all experienced, we really appreciate every second and every morsel," says Rosanna.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground veal
Kosher salt
2 1/2 cups rice (uncooked)
3/4 pound mozzarella cheese, diced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up the meat, until browned; remove with a slotted spoon to a large bowl. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, then add the onion, beef and veal, season with a big pinch of salt and cook, stirring, until browned, about 10 minutes; add to the bowl with the sausage.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice according to the package directions until al dente. Combine the rice, meat mixture, mozzarella, Parmesan and chicken broth in a large bowl.
  • Place the mixture in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.

TRADITIONAL RICE STUFFING



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My mother passed this recipe on to her daughters as it was passed on to her from her mother. It is a delicious alternative to traditional bread stuffing, and my family always requests it when a chicken or turkey is on the menu. It will be a stunning addition to your Sunday night dinner table. As with any good recipe, adjust the seasonings to your taste. This recipe quantity is for an approximately 5-pound chicken.

Provided by Sheila Kampman

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Rice Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cups water
2 teaspoons dried dill weed, or to taste
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning, or to taste
1 tablespoon dried parsley
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon, or more to taste
1 ½ cups long grain white rice

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add water, dill weed, poultry seasoning, parsley, ground black pepper, chicken bouillon, and rice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is just slightly undercooked, 12 to 14 minutes. Stir, taste, and adjust seasonings if desired. Cool completely before using to stuff a chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 393.1 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

RICE DRESSING



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This yummy rice mixture is a delightful change from our traditional corn bread dressing. To make it a meal in itself, I sometimes add finely chopped cooked chicken and a little more broth before baking. -Linda Emery, Bearden, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups chicken broth, divided
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Fresh sage and thyme, optional

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring 3-1/2 cups broth and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in rice, mushrooms, parsley, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper and the remaining broth. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Garnish with sage and thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

WILD RICE STUFFING



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Since trying this stuffing recipe from my sister, I haven't made any other kind. It's so moist and tasty. When a big bowlful starts circulating around the table, happy holiday smiles get even bigger! -Connie Olson, Green River, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 2h40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Turkey giblets
4 cups water
1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix
1 celery rib, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup butter
2-1/2 cups crushed seasoned stuffing
1-1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Remove liver from giblets if desired. Place giblets and water in a saucepan. Cover and simmer for 2 hours or until tender. , Meanwhile, prepare rice according to package directions. In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in butter; add to rice. Drain and dice giblets. Stir stuffing, broth and giblets into rice., Spoon into an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 806mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

RICE STUFFING



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Herbs, dried fruit, and bacon instill a wonderful blend of flavor to this distinctive rice stuffing that's perfect for turkey - ready in just 25 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked rice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 teaspoon paprika
4 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Melt butter in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook celery, onion, salt and pepper in butter, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender; remove from heat.
  • Toss celery mixture and remaining ingredients. Use to stuff one 8- to 10-pound turkey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 198 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg

RICE STUFFING FOR TURKEY



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One of the simplest and best of a number of turkey stuffings I've tried. Cooking time is not given, because it depends on size of the turkey. (Time for cooking rice is included in preparation time).

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups long grain white rice
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup dry sherry
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon sage
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 teaspoon thyme

Steps:

  • Cook the rice in 3½ cups water.
  • Sauté the onion through garlic in the butter.
  • Combine the rice and onion mixture with raisins through thyme, and mix thoroughly.
  • Stuff the bird just before cooking.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of rice. This will give your stuffing a more complex flavor and texture. Try using a combination of long-grain, medium-grain, and short-grain rice.
  • Toast the rice before cooking it. This will help to develop its flavor and give it a slightly nutty taste.
  • Use a flavorful broth to cook the rice. This will help to infuse the stuffing with flavor. Try using chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even clam juice.
  • Add plenty of herbs and spices to the stuffing. This will help to give it a delicious, savory flavor. Some good options include thyme, sage, rosemary, and garlic.
  • Don't overcook the stuffing. It should be cooked through, but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Let the stuffing cool slightly before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to handle.

Conclusion:

Rice stuffing is a classic side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and flavorful rice stuffing that will be a hit at your next meal.

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