Best 2 Raisin Rice Stuffed Chicken Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Raisin Rice Stuffed Chicken, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish, hailing from the vibrant kitchens of Uzbekistan, features tender chicken nestled within a fragrant filling of plump raisins, aromatic rice, and a medley of herbs and spices. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Tomato and Cucumber Salad, bursting with crisp vegetables and tangy dressing, and a luscious Carrot Halwa, a sweet and nutty dessert that will leave you craving more. Get ready to indulge in a feast that celebrates the richness of Uzbek cuisine!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CORNISH HENS STUFFED WITH RICE

Cornish Hens Stuffed with Rice image

These moist golden hens are a tradition at our house on Christmas Eve. We think the spiced rice stuffing with cinnamon, sweet raisins and honey goes so well with the birds and makes the meal a special one. -Dorothy Anderson, Ottawa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup butter, softened, divided
3 cups cooked rice
3/4 cup raisins
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute onion and celery in 3 tablespoons butter until tender; remove from the heat. Stir in the rice, raisins, walnuts, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Stuff hens., Place on a rack in a large shallow baking pan. Rub remaining butter over skin. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 1 hour or until a thermometer reads 180°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1073 calories, Fat 69g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 392mg cholesterol, Sodium 504mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 64g protein.

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH BASIL-RICE STUFFING

Roasted Chicken with Basil-Rice Stuffing image

This stuffing, with its pleasant herb flavor, is a nice change of pace from traditional bread stuffing. The crunch comes from sunflower kernels. (Leftovers would be great in the Chicken Jambalaya recipe above.)

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped celery
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1 cup cooked long grain rice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon sliced green onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
2-1/4 teaspoons sunflower kernels or chopped almonds
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds)

Steps:

In a small skillet, saute celery in butter until crisp-tender. In a large bowl, combine the celery, rice, parsley, green onion, basil, sunflower kernels, salt and pepper. Stuff chicken. Tie drumsticks together with kitchen string if desired. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until juices run clear and a thermometer reads 180° for chicken and 165° for stuffing. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes before removing stuffing. Remove skin before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, plump raisins. If your raisins are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before using.
Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
Don't overcook the rice. It should be cooked through, but still have a slight bite to it.
When stuffing the chicken, be careful not to overstuff it. You want the rice to be able to expand as it cooks, so leave a little room.
If you're using a whole chicken, be sure to truss it before baking. This will help to keep the chicken in place and prevent it from falling apart.
Baste the chicken with butter or olive oil every 20-30 minutes while it's baking. This will help to keep the chicken moist and prevent it from drying out.

Conclusion:

Raisin rice stuffed chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The combination of savory chicken, sweet raisins, and fluffy rice is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new chicken recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!