Tender Pheasants

Tender Pheasants
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    5 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    108

Indulge in the rustic charm of tender pheasant, slow-cooked to succulent perfection. This dish transforms a traditionally lean bird into a melt-in-your-mouth delicacy, infused with the rich flavors of creamy mushroom and smoky bacon.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Cholesterol
    69 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    20 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    468 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Nestle the pheasants into a spacious slow cooker. (5 minutes)

02

Step
10 mins

Drape each bird generously with bacon slices, ensuring maximum coverage for optimal moisture retention. (10 minutes)

03

Step
5 mins

In a separate bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, chicken broth, finely chopped onion, dry onion soup mix, and drained sliced mushrooms. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. (5 minutes)

04

Step
2 mins

Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the pheasants, ensuring they are well coated. (2 minutes)

05

Step
3 mins

Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours, or on High for 5 to 7 hours, until the pheasant is incredibly tender and practically falling off the bone. (3 minutes)

For an even richer flavor, consider browning the bacon slightly in a skillet before draping it over the pheasants.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can whisk in a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with two tablespoons of cold water during the last hour of cooking.
Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes or wild rice pilaf to soak up the delectable sauce.

Clemens Effertz

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 36 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Joesph Towne

    This recipe was a lifesaver! My pheasants were so moist and flavorful, my family loved it!

  • Beryl Heller

    I added some chopped celery and carrots to the slow cooker for extra veggies. It turned out great!

  • Vincenzo Jast

    This is now my go-to recipe for pheasant. It's so easy and delicious!

  • Lelah Fadel

    I used chicken broth instead of water, and it made a big difference. I highly recommend it!

  • Claude Schuster

    Next time, I'll try browning the bacon first. I think it will add even more flavor.

  • Isabelle Jast

    Be careful not to overcook the pheasant, or it will become dry. Check it after 7 hours on Low.

  • Zoie Kuvalis

    I was skeptical about using condensed soup, but it actually worked really well in this recipe. The sauce was so creamy!

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