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Roasted Cornish Game Hens Recipe

Experience a burst of flavor with these succulent roasted Cornish game hens! Marinated in a vibrant herb and sweet/sour glaze, they're baked to golden perfection. Enjoy half a hen nestled on a bed of your favorite pasta, surrounded by colorful roasted vegetables. This recipe is easily scalable – simply adjust the marinade ingredients proportionally for more hens. Prepare to be amazed by the tender meat and irresistible glaze!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 305 mins
Calories 210 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Roasted Cornish Game Hens

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
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  • 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 (1 1/4 pound) Cornish game hens
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

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How to Make Roasted Cornish Game Hens

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Place the Cornish game hens in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the hens, ensuring they are fully coated. Seal the bag, remove excess air, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove hens from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
  4. Place the hens in a roasting pan, skin-side up. Pour some of the reserved marinade over the hens.
  5. Roast for 45-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. Baste with the remaining marinade halfway through cooking.
  6. Let the hens rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving. Serve each half hen on a bed of pasta with your favorite roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

5g

Carbs

6g

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