CORNISH HEN WITH ORANGE STUFFING

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A delicate orange flavor makes this stuffing memorable. I serve potatoes and coin carrots alongside the hen for a satisfying meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium navel orange
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1-1/2 cups seasoned stuffing mix
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
4 to 5 tablespoons orange juice
1 Cornish game hen (20 to 24 ounces), split lengthwise
1 tablespoon honey, warmed
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Peel and section orange; cut each section into quarters and set aside. In a skillet, saute onions and celery in oil until crisp-tender. In a bowl, combine the onion mixture, stuffing mix, orange zest and reserved orange sections. Stir in enough orange juice to just moisten stuffing mixture., Arrange stuffing in two mounds in a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Place Cornish game hen halves skin side up over stuffing. Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake for 15 minutes. Combine honey and water. Brush over hens. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts :

Sira Jul
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I would try a simpler recipe next time.


Nesma Salah abdelalim
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The hen was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great Cornish hen dish.


Rabin Timilsina
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This is my new favorite Cornish hen recipe! The hen was juicy and tender, and the stuffing was flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Lucas Fredrick
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The hen was a bit dry and the stuffing was a bit bland. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Hedayatullah Yamin
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The hen was cooked evenly and the stuffing was moist. I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple and easy-to-make Cornish hen dish.


Oy Opdon
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone raved about the tender hen and the flavorful stuffing. I will definitely be making this again.


DaVontae S
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The hen was a bit overcooked, but the stuffing was very good.


Santosh Nepal
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This was my first time cooking Cornish hen and I was pleasantly surprised. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the stuffing was moist and flavorful. I will definitely make this dish again.


Lamarion Jackson
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The orange stuffing was a perfect complement to the savory hen. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


Shuvo Bhuiyan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. The hen was juicy and flavorful, and the stuffing was moist and fluffy. I will definitely make this again for special occasions.


SRBD Sayem
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The Cornish hen was a bit dry, but the stuffing was delicious. I think I would try brining the hen next time to help keep it moist.


D G
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The stuffing was moist and flavorful, and the hen was cooked to perfection. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Latif Jan
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Amazing! The orange stuffing added a unique and tangy flavor to the Cornish hen. The meat was cooked perfectly and was fall-off-the-bone tender. Highly recommend this recipe!


prickely_ artsy
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This Cornish hen with orange stuffing was a delightful dish. The hen was tender and juicy, and the stuffing was flavorful and aromatic. I especially enjoyed the crispy skin on the hen. Will definitely make this again!