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Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens

By: Randi Ison  
"I found this easy recipe for Cornish hens and prepare it often for my family. The glaze keeps the hens tender and moist, and the skin roasts to a golden glow. It's tasty, too. When the children are gone for the weekend, my husband and I enjoy this meal-perfect for two."

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 5 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 Cornish game hens
  • 2 tablespoons 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.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2008 by Joey's Mom 
Loved, loved this recipe!! I am partial to cornish game hens because, when I was little, my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2008 by Amber and Jeremy Levy 
This recipe yields an absolutely delicious bird! The glaze is wonderful and it makes all of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2008 by Ashley 
This hen recipe is absolutely delicious! No over-bearing sweetness, and the meat stays very... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 4, 2007 by GQ 
Absolutely Deeee-Licious! Made four of them for a casual post Thanksgiving dinner with my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 24, 2009 by Knight 
Absolutely wonderful. The cornish hen when so moist and delicious. I tripled the recipe for my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2010 by MOM2SOFIA 
This recipe was absolutly wonderful! Mouth-watering, savory, moist with a delicately crisp... MORE
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Reviewed on Mar. 9, 2008 by J_DANIELS 
Made for a wonderful, moist cornish hen. Will definately make this again! MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2009 by Patti Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
This recipe produces an absolutely outstanding, moist, flavorful hen. It's perfect - I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2009 by shanz1 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
I made this recipe for someone who had never had cornish hen before and he loved it. I have... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2009 by Natalie C. 
Delicious! I followed the recipe exactly for a Christmas dinner for four. It was wonderful and... MORE

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