Best 19 Pheasant Recipes That Will Make Your Mouth Water

Since they were first introduced to North America over 200 years ago, pheasants continue to be one of the most popular game birds for hunters.

Best 19 Pheasant Recipes That Will Make Your Mouth Water

They can be found in many different states, but they’re mostly hunted in the Great Plains, so it’s no surprise that you can make delicious meals from them.

If you have a pheasant and are considering the kind of meal you can make with them, here are some of our best recipes.

We’ve compiled a selection of 19 of our favorite recipes so you can enjoy pheasant in any way you like. So, feel free to keep reading for more inspiration. 

1. Bacon Wrapped Pheasant

When you have wild game, finding a new recipe to play with can be difficult. However, we must admit that bacon seems to work with everything.

Sprinkle your pheasant breasts with pepper, wrap some thick-cut bacon around each piece, and put pepper and garlic on them. You can then fry them in a pan and enjoy them with any side you choose. 

2. Glazed Roast Pheasant

If you have a whole pheasant, there’s nothing better than roasting it whole. However, you shouldn’t assume that pheasant roasts in the same manner as chicken.

Pheasants roast faster, and you will need to brine them first. While it does take time, the results are worth it. Then, you can serve your roast pheasant with potatoes after stuffing it with apples and herbs for additional flavor. 

3. Pheasant Pot Pie

Pot pie is a comfort food to many, so it should surprise no one that you can make your pheasant version of this dish. It works best with pheasant breasts, so you can dice them up and put them in your pot pie with herbs, spices, and broth.

If you don’t have enough pheasant, you can include some thinly sliced chicken breasts into your recipe to ensure you have plenty of meat in your pie. 

4. Pheasant With Mushrooms And Cream

Pheasants are best consumed in the fall, so you should forage some fall flavors and include them in your dish. Take your mushrooms, brandy, cream, and chicken, and you can combine these flavors to make the ultimate autumnal dish.

However, if you don’t have a pheasant, you can substitute your meat for grouse, quail, partridge, rabbit, or chicken. 

5. Creamed Pheasant Skillet

There’s always a risk of pheasant drying, so you can avoid this if you fry it and put it in a creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect for anyone worried about cooking pheasant another way.

For many, pheasant hunting has been in their family for generations, which is why this recipe has been utilized for decades. We should note, however, that this recipe might require two skillets for the best results. 

6. Fried Pheasant

Do you love fried chicken? If so, you’ll love fried pheasant. These pheasants are pickle-brined, and then for a recipe most similar to chicken, you should only use young birds.

However, if you want to try something new, you don’t have to worry about the age of your pheasant. If you leave the skin on, you can enjoy the fat and flavor you may not get with skinless pheasants, and likewise, you shouldn’t use shot-up pieces either.

7. Buffalo Pheasant Bombs

Is it time for the game, and you’re thinking of a snack for you and your friends? If you have any pheasant, you can make your buffalo-style pheasant bombs.

These are the next best thing if you don’t have chicken wings. You can use any hot sauce and bird you have on hand. It doesn’t have to be pheasant, but they are perfect for this recipe. 

8. Pheasant Slider

Another possible game-day snack would be pheasant sliders, which you can make with any pheasant breasts you have on hand. To sweeten, these go well with BBQ sauce, onion, and brown sugar.

Ideally, you should start cooking with a slow cooker and use them for pheasant pot pie. Overall, it’s an easy dish that doesn’t require much effort. 

9. Pheasant Nuggets

If chicken nuggets exist, why can’t pheasant nuggets? These nuggets are perfect for any family who focuses on game hunting and can be an economical way to feed your family. While they’re crispy on the outside, they remain juicy and tender inside.

All you need to do is cut up your pheasant breast into strips, coat it in the crumbs, and deep fry them. They have plenty of texture, so it’s hard to say no after eating only one. 

10. Pheasant And Spinach Fettucine Alfredo

When you have pasta and pheasant, you can only do one thing. It’s time to cook some pheasant and spinach fettuccine alfredo instead of relying on a simple roast pheasant dish.

Pheasant and spinach fettuccine alfredo is best made with heavy cream and offers a new way to eat pheasant that you otherwise wouldn’t have probably considered.

11. Pheasant Tacos

Everyone loves tacos, and if you want to try a new type, you should consider filling it with pheasant. Fill your taco with chicken, grouse, partridge, or quail. Even rabbit is a great choice.

Tacos are economical and easy to make, so you can always brine your pheasant and prepare it for a casual meal. The pheasant’s skin makes a delightfully crispy garnish too. 

12. Pheasant In Mustard Sauce

Not everyone has tried pheasant, but when you do, you’ll be thinking of various recipes to try. One popular choice is pheasant in mustard sauce. You can cut your boneless skinless pheasant breast in half and season it with spices and oil.

Best of all, you can serve it with rice, potatoes, and some veg you choose. If you’re looking for an economical meal, this is a great way to use up your game in the freezer.

13. Pheasant Stew

Whether it’s fall or winter, both seasons are the best time of year to try a new type of stew. This pheasant stew offers a French twist, so you can cook it with wine. Stew is a popular choice for hunters who want to cook a meal that will last a few days.

Make your broth with a wine of your choice, and you can even use any white meat. It’s easy to make, too, so you don’t have to spend hours cooking in the kitchen.

14. Herb-Roasted Pheasant

You can roast a pheasant in various ways, but one of the most popular methods is herb roasting it in the oven. While pheasant isn’t known for being the fanciest of dishes, that doesn’t mean you can’t make it so.

You can create an elegant meal for two with the right herbs and a dash of white wine. 

15. BBQ Pheasant And Gouda Pizza

Pizza is an age-old classic, and we believe that any combination can work if you have the right ingredients. Surprisingly, pheasant works as an impressive combination with gouda.

With a base of BBQ sauce, you can then top your pizza with your gouda, pheasant, pepperoncini peppers, red onion, and cilantro. Using this combination, you’ll find it hard to return to pizza delivery after this. 

16. Pheasant With Parsnip And Apple Mash

There is something incredibly comforting about eating pheasant with mashed potatoes. However, instead of focusing on your usual mash, you can add even more flavor with a combination of parsnips and apples thrown into your potatoes.

We find that the mash is a sweet addition to the savory of your pheasant and can make a delicious meal for you and your family.

17. Pheasant Sticky Fingers

Pheasants can be a part of many versatile dishes as they’re so popularly hunted in the season, but that means there are a lot of recipes to try. One popular recipe is pheasant sticky fingers, which are sweet and spicy.

This recipe works with duck, too, so you can adjust the recipe depending on which bird you use. The sauce is made with honey (see also: Potstickers With Honey Soy Dipping Sauce)and butter-based wing sauce and seasoned with salt and pepper. Overall, it’s a simple recipe that will please many. 

18. Kansas Pheasant

This Kansas recipe may not be what you expect from a Kansas recipe, as there are a lot of surprising ingredients you don’t normally associate with the region.

In this recipe, the pheasant breasts are marinated in tequila, salt, and lime and seared in sunflower oil. For sides, you can choose either Nopales, or roasted green peppers, onions, sunflower seeds, pepitas, and masa corn dumplings. 

19. Wild Pheasant Breast


Finally, we return to our classic wild pheasant breast. Seared in a cast-iron skillet, you can serve this with red cabbage, onions, apple cider vinegar, and dried thyme.

This recipe is perfect for treating yourself to something new, so why not try this recipe if you want a sweet pheasant dish? 

Final Thoughts

Not many people have tried pheasants unless they know someone who enjoys hunting them. If you feel like trying some, you can also see if there are any pheasant farms near you. If you want more recipes, feel free to check out some of our other articles! 

Kaitlyn James
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