Best 9 Gingergarlic Glazed Cornish Game Hens Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Ginger Garlic Glazed Cornish Game Hens. These succulent birds are marinated in a symphony of aromatic flavors, then roasted to perfection, resulting in a crispy, golden-brown skin and juicy, tender meat.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of our Asian-inspired Ginger Garlic Glaze, a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. This delectable glaze, infused with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and honey, transforms the Cornish hens into a masterpiece.

Accompanying the main course, we present a medley of culinary delights that elevate the dining experience. Tantalize your palate with our savory Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms, a delightful combination of earthy flavors and textures. Delight in our refreshing Caprese Skewers, a colorful symphony of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. Indulge in our creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, a classic side dish elevated with roasted garlic and a hint of nutmeg.

For those seeking a lighter option, our Quinoa Pilaf with Roasted Vegetables offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. This wholesome dish combines fluffy quinoa, roasted vegetables, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing.

As a grand finale, indulge in our decadent Chocolate Mousse, a velvety smooth and rich dessert that will leave you craving more. With its rich chocolate flavor and airy texture, this mousse is the perfect ending to a memorable meal.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our Ginger Garlic Glazed Cornish Game Hens and its accompanying recipes. These dishes, bursting with flavor and elegance, will undoubtedly become favorites in your kitchen.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED CORNISH GAME HEN



Roasted Cornish Game Hen image

Crispy, golden skin and moist, flavorful meat make these Roasted Cornish Game Hens a total showstopper!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 Cornish game hens (,patted dry with paper towels)
8 thin slices of butter
4 sprigs each of fresh rosemary and thyme (or herbs of choice plus some extra leaves of each)
4 large cloves garlic (,peeled)
1 lemon (,scrubbed well and cut into quarters)
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Pat the hens dry with a paper towel. Use your index finger to loosen the skin on the top of the hen and slip a thin slice of butter under the skin on top of each breast. Add a few rosemary and thyme leaves (or herb of choice). Repeat for each hen. Put a quarter of a lemon in the cavity of each hen along with a clove of garlic and a sprig of fresh rosemary and thyme (or herb of choice). Truss the hens by tying the wings and legs.
  • Rub each hen all over with some extra virgin olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place then hens on the rack of a roasting pan lined with aluminum foil, spacing them out so they are as far apart from each other as possible. This will enable their skins to get browned and crispy.
  • Place the hens in the preheated oven and roast for 25 minutes.
  • While the hens are roasting, combine the chicken broth and wine in a bowl.
  • After the hens have been roasting for 25 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Pour the broth/wine mixture over the hens and continue to roast for 30 minutes, basting the hens with the juices at the bottom of the pan every 10 minutes or less. The hens are done when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165 degrees F and the juices run clear. If you prefer darker skins, turn up the temperature to broil for a couple more minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • Carefully remove the hens and pour the juices from their cavities into the roasting pan. Transfer the hens to a warmed platter, remove the trussing string, and tent with aluminum foil to keep warm. Pour the juices from the roasting pan into a saucepan and boil for about 5 minutes until the liquid is a thin sauce-like consistency. Serve the hens whole per guest or cut in half lengthwise and place cavity-down on each serving plate. Drizzle the sauce over the hens and garnish with fresh herb sprigs and a slice of lemon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 hen (half), Calories 477 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 229 mg, Sodium 199 mg

MAHOGANY-GLAZED CORNISH HEN



Mahogany-Glazed Cornish Hen image

I make this for my husband and myself for holiday dinners. It's an elegant tradition, custom fit for two. -Jeannette Sabo, Lexington Park, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Cornish game hen (20 to 24 ounces), split lengthwise
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 to 1-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Place hen in a greased shallow roasting pan, skin side up. Combine butter, ginger and orange zest; rub under skin., In a small bowl, whisk preserves, vinegar, soy sauce and mustard. Reserve half of the mixture for basting. Spoon remaining mixture over hen; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour 1/2 cup chicken broth into pan., Roast 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 180°, adding broth to pan as necessary and basting with remaining glaze halfway through cooking. Serve with pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 30g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 193mg cholesterol, Sodium 1332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CORNISH GAME HENS WITH GARLIC AND ROSEMARY



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Crusty garlic bread and a nice light Chianti wine complement this meal very well.

Provided by MOONANDBACK

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Cornish Hen Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 Cornish game hens
salt and pepper to taste
1 lemon, quartered
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
3 tablespoons olive oil
24 cloves garlic
⅓ cup white wine
⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth
4 sprigs fresh rosemary, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Rub hens with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Lightly season hens with salt and pepper. Place 1 lemon wedge and 1 sprig rosemary in cavity of each hen. Arrange in a large, heavy roasting pan, and arrange garlic cloves around hens. Roast in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together wine, chicken broth, and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil; pour over hens. Continue roasting about 25 minutes longer, or until hens are golden brown and juices run clear. Baste with pan juices every 10 minutes.
  • Transfer hens to a platter, pouring any cavity juices into the roasting pan. Tent hens with aluminum foil to keep warm. Transfer pan juices and garlic cloves to a medium saucepan and boil until liquids reduce to a sauce consistency, about 6 minutes. Cut hens in half lengthwise and arrange on plates. Spoon sauce and garlic around hens. Garnish with rosemary sprigs, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 814.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 339.7 mg, Fat 57.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 59.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 1382.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

GINGER/GARLIC GLAZED CORNISH GAME HENS



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Very attractive presentation and a great flavor. Serve one per person if they have huge appetites or cut in two and serve a half bird to each person.The veggie stuffing is under a separate posting

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 Cornish hens
1/2 cup ginger orange marmalade
4 garlic cloves, minced
salt & pepper
vegetable stuffing (for Cornish Hen)
vegetable oil (for brushing the birds)
1 orange, sliced

Steps:

  • Wash the hens and dry.
  • Salt and pepper the hens.
  • Stuff the birds with the vegetable dressing.
  • Cover the birds loosely with foil and bake in 375°F oven for 45 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue baking for 15 minutes.
  • Mean while mix the marmalade and garlic in a small pot to melt the marmalade.
  • Paint the birds with the glaze, decorate with the orange slices and continue baking for 15 minutes or until golden and the birds are done (watch you don't burn the birds).

ORANGE-GINGER GLAZED CORNISH GAME HENS



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Make and share this Orange-Ginger Glazed Cornish Game Hens recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 2 hens, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 (1 1/2 lb) Cornish hens, skinned and halved
cooking spray
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 scallion, thinly sliced garnish

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil.
  • Combine water and cornstarch in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  • Add to juice mixture in pan, stirring with a whisk.
  • Cook until thick and glossy about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Place hen halves, meaty sides up, on a foil-lined pan coated with cooking spray; sprinkle hen halves with salt,pepper and ground ginger.
  • Spoon glaze mixture evenly over hen halves.
  • Insert a meat thermometer into meaty part of a thigh, making sure not to touch bone.
  • Bake at 475° for 25 minutes or until the thermometer registers 180°.

GARLIC & ROSEMARY CORNISH GAME HENS



Garlic & Rosemary Cornish Game Hens image

I adore garlic so here is yet another recipe using it! I don't know who gave this recipe to me, I found it this weekend in a kitchen drawer! I hope you enjoy it.

Provided by Rise3834

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 Cornish hens
4 sprigs rosemary
20 -25 cloves fresh garlic
1 lemon
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup dry white wine

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450.
  • Rinse and pat dry game hens.
  • Season cavities lightly with salt& pepper.
  • Cut lemon into 4 wedges.
  • Place 1 wedge inside each hen along with 1 sprig of the rosemary and 1 clove peeled garlic Rub outside of hens with 1 tbl of oil.
  • Season outside of hen lightly with salt& pepper.
  • Place hens in pan placing peeled garlic around all.
  • Roast hens for appx 25 minutes at 450.
  • Reduce temp to 350 and pour wine, broth and remaining oil over hens.
  • Continue to cook for about 25 minutes (or until juice from thickest part runs clear) Be sure to baste about every 10 minutes in this final cooking time.
  • Remove hens from pan and pour remaining juices as well as any juices from the cavities into medium saucepan Boil juices about 6 to 8 minutes (or until desired consistency).
  • Arrange hens on plates and spoon sauce and garlic over and around each, add additional rosemary as a garnish if you like.
  • The 4-8 servings is that you can cut the hens in half to double the servings.
  • This goes very well with a light salad and rice pilaf (and of course a glass of wine).

GLAZED CORNISH HENS



Glazed Cornish Hens image

If you're looking to add a touch of elegance to your holiday dinner table, we suggest these Cornish game hens topped with a sweet apricot glaze. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), split lengthwise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/3 cup apricot spreadable fruit
1 tablespoon orange juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place hens, breast side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine spreadable fruit and orange juice. Spoon some of the apricot mixture over the hens. Bake until golden brown and juices run clear, 30-35 minutes, basting several times with remaining apricot mixture. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 24g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein.

GLAZED CORNISH GAME HENS



Glazed Cornish Game Hens image

Make and share this Glazed Cornish Game Hens recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lets.eat

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 Cornish hens (1-1/2 lbs. each. halved)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/3 cup 100% apricot fruit spread, warmed
1 tablespoon orange juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Place hens, breast side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine spreadable fruit and orange juice. Spoon some of the apricot mixture over the hens.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes longer or until golden brown and juices run clear, basting several times with remaining apricot mixture.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

ROASTED CORNISH GAME HENS WITH SESAME-GINGER SAUCE



Roasted Cornish Game Hens With Sesame-Ginger Sauce image

This is a recipe I found in a magazine a few years back and it never disappoints! I usually use this for dinner parties because it can be prepared ahead of time and takes very little effort. This calls for Cornish Game Hens but I always use mixed pieces of chicken with the skin on! Just watch because the chicken breasts cook faster than the dark meat. I never alter the ingredients but I do marinate it for at least 4 hours or longer. I serve this with garlic-mashed potatoes and broccoli!! Oh- don't forget the last step with the reserve marinade! Enjoy!!

Provided by Time4tea

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
3 Cornish hens, cut in half lengthwise, backbones removed
sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl. Transfer half of marinade to small saucepan; reserve. Pour remaining marinade into 15x10x2-inch glass pyrex dish. Add hens; turn to coat. Marinate 30 minutes to 4 hours in the refrigerator, turning occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F Arrange hens, skin side up, on large brimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with Sesame seeds. Roast until cooked through and brown, about 40 minutes. Transfer to platter. Pour pan juices into saucepan with reserved marinade. Bring to boil, stirring often. Simmer until sauce coats spoon, about 5 minutes; pour into bowl. Serve hens with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.1, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 108.8, Sodium 1542.4, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 9.6, Protein 26.9

Tips:

  • Prep your game hens: Rinse them inside and out, pat them dry, and remove any excess fat or giblets. You can also spatchcock them (flatten them out) for even cooking.
  • Make the ginger-garlic paste: Combine ginger, garlic, green chilies, coriander, cumin, and turmeric in a blender or food processor until you have a smooth paste. This flavorful paste will be the base of your glaze.
  • Glaze the game hens: Brush the ginger-garlic paste all over the game hens, making sure to coat them evenly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate.
  • Roast the game hens: Place the game hens on a baking sheet and roast them in a preheated oven until they are cooked through. The exact cooking time will depend on the size of your game hens, but it should take around 45-60 minutes.
  • Make the glaze: While the game hens are roasting, make the glaze by simmering ginger, garlic, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a saucepan. This glaze will add a delicious and glossy finish to your game hens.
  • Baste the game hens: Once the glaze is ready, baste the game hens with it every 10-15 minutes during the last 15 minutes of cooking. This will help them develop a beautiful golden color and keep them moist.

Conclusion:

Ginger-garlic glazed Cornish game hens are a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion. They are relatively easy to make, but the combination of ginger, garlic, and honey creates a flavor that is sure to impress your guests. Serve them with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes, and enjoy!

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