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Apricot Glazed Cornish Game Hens

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Apricot Glazed Cornish Game Hens
Servings:
2
Ready In:
1 hour 25 minutes
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
1 hour 15 minutes
Wait Time:
0 minutes
Spiciness:
1/5

Ingredients

  • 1/2 (teaspoon) salt
  • 1/4 (teaspoon) cayenne pepper
  • 2 cornish game hens
  • 2 (tablespoon) butter, melted, divided
  • 1/4 (cup) apricot preserves
  • 1 (tablespoon) honey
  • 1 (tablespoon) grated onion
  • 1/8 (teaspoon) ground nutmeg

Directions

  1. Combine the salt and cayenne. Rub a third of the mixture inside hens. Brush 1 tablespoon butter over hens; sprinkle with remaining seasoning mixture. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the preserves, honey, onion, nutmeg and remaining butter. Cook and stir until preserves are melted. Brush over hens. Bake 35-40 minutes longer or until golden brown and a meat thermometer reads 180 degrees F. Cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information

This nutrition information is an estimate only. We use software to calculate the nutritional analysis from the individual ingredients in each recipe. While we do our best to ensure accuracy, we make no representation or warranty regarding the information, and there can be no assurance that any of the information contained therein has not been, or will not be changed or altered.

amount per serving
Calories
955
Total Fat
67g
Saturated Fat
23g
Cholesterol
429mg
Sodium
1278mg
Carbohydrate
16g
Dietary Fiber
0g
Sugars
15g
Protein
68g
Vitamin A
10%
Vitamin C
2%
Calcium
4%
Iron
16%
Potassium
763mg

Comments

  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    We enjoyed the hens although they were a bit spicy for my boys. I just removed the skin and glaze and they ate it just fine. My husband and I did enjoy it however

    about 1 year ago
  • Barbara
    Barbara

    Since I am staying away from Red Meat.. This chicken recipe sounds wonderful.. I'm going to try it..

    about 1 year ago

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