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Grilled Pheasant Poppers

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"Here's a great way to use and even enjoy the pheasant the outdoorsmen in your life brings home! This appetizer creates a spicy, crisp and delicious mouthful sure to fool anyone who would wrinkle up their nose to pheasant! This has quickly become my number 1 requested appetizer by friends and family. So simple and so darn good!" — Lizzy

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1 1/2 pounds pheasant breast
1 (4 ounce) jar sliced jalapeno peppers
12 slices bacon, cut into thirds

6 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes
36 toothpicks

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Directions

Cut the pheasant breast into 36 pieces, and place into a bowl. Pour the liquid from the jalapeno peppers over the pheasant, stir, and set aside to marinate for 20 minutes.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
Drain the marinade from the pheasant and discard. Place a slice of jalapeno pepper onto each piece of pheasant breast, and wrap with a third of a strip of bacon. Skewer 6 of the pheasant pieces on each skewer.
Cook on the preheated grill, turning frequently, until the bacon is crispy, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the skewers from the pheasant pieces, and place a toothpick into each piece to serve.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 55 mins

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Feb 02, 2009

Awsome! We soaked the pheasant in buttermilk overnight to get rid of the gamey taste. Very good super bowl appetizer!

—whendj

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Oct 26, 2010

These are amazing! I usually am not a big fan of game bird, but these are unbelievable! We used pickled jalapenos (Mrs Renfros) Amazing! Highly recomended!

—Jessica Wilson

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34 Ratings

Nov 08, 2008

My husband just went on his annual pheasant hunting trip. I threw this recipe in his bag, as it looked easy for a non-multitasking man. He called me and said they were great, and were a huge hit with the guys. They made them two nights in a row. I can't wait to try them myself. Thanks!!

—MNGRENIER

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Mar 30, 2010

I loved this one, but husband though it was very spicy. I can do one of two things: Ignore him or put smaller pieces of jalepeno on each piece. Haven't decided yet.... Seriously, save this one, its worth it.

—Kim

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Jan 11, 2011

Wow, these are great. My husband hunts but I hate eating pheasant so we usually give it away. This is the best pheasant dish I've had. I took it to a NYE party and people really loved them! I live in MN so grilling is tough in the winter... I just baked them and they turned out perfect!

—Marne

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Sep 03, 2010

Took this to a christmas party and went over well, but I did do something a little different. Since my crew and I do not like things really hot and this was on the hot side. I added some teriyaki sauce to the poppers once they were cooked. It had a great flavor and still had enough heat.

—Lani76

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Feb 16, 2010

AMAZING appetizer to make. They were gone quickly and people were asking for more. Definately something good to make for parties.

—RoedFam

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Nov 12, 2008

This is the most I have ever enjoyed eating pheasant in my life. I am not a big wild game person but these were amazing. We have made them several times for family and friends and they are always well liked. They are easy to make, in fact my 9 year old daughter has the recipe memorized. She actually calls them "lizzy poppers" after whoever put the recipe up. They are delicious and can be made in a snap...a definite 5 star appetizer.

—a8elbert

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Nutrition

Calories
310 kcal
15%

Carbohydrates
1.1 g
< 1%

Cholesterol
101 mg
34%

Fat
18.4 g
28%

Fiber
0.5 g
2%

Protein
32.7 g
65%

Sodium
781 mg
31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Grilled Pheasant Poppers

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 310
Calories from Fat: 165

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.4g 28 %
Saturated Fat 5.6g 28 %
Cholesterol 101mg 34 %
Sodium 781mg 31 %
** Potassium 415mg 12 %
Total Carbohydrates 1.1g < 1 %
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2 %
Protein 32.7g 65 %
Sugars 0.4g
** Vitamin A 11 %
** Vitamin C 13 %
** Calcium 2 %
** Iron 19 %
** Thiamin 22 %
** Niacin 124 %
** Vitamin B6 53 %
** Magnesium 11 %
** Folate 5 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.