ORANGE-GLAZED CORNISH HENS

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One year, I served this recipe and got nothing but raves. My family prefers these moist glazed hens instead of turkey.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup butter
3 cups cooked rice
4 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup grated orange zest
4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)
GLAZE:
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute the onion, celery and almonds in butter. Add rice, sugar, salt, thyme and orange zest; mix well. Loosely stuff hens. Place, breast side up, on a rack in a shallow baking pan. In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients; spoon some over hens. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40 minutes. Cover and bake 40 minutes longer until juices run clear, brushing often with remaining glaze.

Nutrition Facts :

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I would definitely make this recipe again. It was easy to follow and the hens were delicious.


Muminul Haque
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The hens were delicious!


Stefania Mano
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I'm not a fan of Cornish hens, but I loved this recipe. The glaze was incredible.


Mr K
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This was my first time cooking Cornish hens and they turned out great! Thanks for the recipe!


Jumrot Kha
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I highly recommend this recipe! The hens were moist and flavorful, and the glaze was amazing.


Kirwat Simon
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The glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the hens were cooked perfectly.


Anathi Yeko
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hafiz Sb
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This recipe is a keeper! The hens were juicy and flavorful.


Yasser Tarek
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the hens.


Nisha Nath
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The hens were a bit dry, but the glaze was delicious.


Mdu Philips
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This recipe was easy to follow and the hens turned out amazing! Will definitely be making this again.


Billy Holiday
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Absolutely delicious! The orange glaze was tangy and sweet, and the hens were cooked to perfection. My family loved it!