Slow-Cooker Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Slow-Cooker Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing
180 min.
8
171kcal

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If you're searching for a delicious and comforting side dish that is both vegetarian and gluten-free, look no further than this Slow-Cooker Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing. Perfectly suited for festive dinners, family gatherings, or any occasion where you’d like to impress your guests, this stuffing brings together a delightful medley of flavors and textures that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Imagine the rich, earthy aroma of assorted mushrooms sautéing with fresh herbs like sage and thyme, mingling with the nutty essence of wild rice. Cooked gently in a slow cooker, this stuffing retains its moisture, resulting in a tender yet hearty texture. The balance of vegetables and herbs ensures that each bite is bursting with the savory taste of fall, making it an excellent companion for your holiday turkey or a wonderful standalone dish.

Not only does this recipe cater to dietary preferences with its wholesome, natural ingredients, but it also allows you to enjoy the luxury of hands-off cooking. With just a bit of preparation, your slow cooker will do the hard work, freeing you up to focus on the rest of your meal. Whether you're serving it as a side or using it to stuff vegetables or squash, this Slow-Cooker Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing is sure to become a staple in your repertoire!

Ingredients

  • ribs celery sliced
  • tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoon sage fresh chopped
  • teaspoons thyme leaves fresh chopped
  • 5.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • pound mushrooms diced such as cremini, shiitake and oyster, assorted
  • large onion diced finely
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • cup rice wild

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. Spread bread cubes in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  3. Bake until dry and golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool.
  4. In a large pan over medium heat, bring 4 cups of broth to a boil.
  5. Add 1 tsp. each salt and pepper and wild rice, stir well, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 60 minutes.
  6. Drain off any excess liquid.
  7. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion and celery, stirring often, until tender, about 8 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high, add mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until liquid evaporates, about 6 minutes. Stir in herbs, 1 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper.
  8. Mist inside of slow cooker with cooking spray.
  9. Add wild rice, mushroom mixture, bread and remaining 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; stir well. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories171kcal
Protein18.33%
Fat35.19%
Carbs46.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28
Glycemic Load
8.59
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.083043492359%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.52mg
Luteolin
0.39mg
Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
3.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:171.4kcal
8.57%
Fat:7.15g
11.01%
Saturated Fat:3.98g
24.9%
Carbohydrates:21.26g
7.09%
Net Carbohydrates:18.75g
6.82%
Sugar:2.84g
3.15%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:260.58mg
11.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.39g
16.77%
Copper:2.66mg
132.93%
Vitamin B3:5.7mg
28.52%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.84%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.52%
Phosphorus:195.85mg
19.59%
Potassium:482.35mg
13.78%
Vitamin K:13.54µg
12.9%
Magnesium:48.12mg
12.03%
Zinc:1.74mg
11.57%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.35%
Fiber:2.51g
10.02%
Folate:38.8µg
9.7%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.47%
Selenium:6.06µg
8.65%
Iron:1.29mg
7.17%
Vitamin A:312.33IU
6.25%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.6%
Vitamin C:4.51mg
5.47%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.28%
Calcium:32.14mg
3.21%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.53%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.46%
Source:My Recipes