Glazed Cornish Game Hens Recipe
Description:
Years ago, this delightful recipe was discovered on a box of Uncle Ben’s original rice, and it has been a cherished favorite ever since. These succulent Cornish game hens, glazed to perfection, make for a delightful meal that’s sure to please the whole family. The convenience of having the meat counter halve the hens, even when frozen, adds to the ease of preparation. Your little ones will adore having their very own “little chicken” to enjoy!
Recipe Category: Long Grain Rice 🍚
Keywords: Poultry 🍗, Rice 🍚, Meat 🥩, Kid Friendly 👨👩👧👦, Weeknight 📅, Oven 🍽️, Less than 4 Hours ⏰
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 505.5
- Fat: 28.7g
- Saturated Fat: 7.4g
- Cholesterol: 168.3mg
- Sodium: 102.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.8g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugar: 22.6g
- Protein: 31g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup apple jelly
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 Cornish game hens, halved
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 red apple, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted cashews
- 1 1/2 cups red seedless grapes
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup of apple jelly and cinnamon. Heat and stir until melted; set aside. |
| 2 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 3 | Place the Cornish game hen halves, skin side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle with salt. |
| 4 | Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. |
| 5 | Brush the hens with the jelly and cinnamon mixture. |
| 6 | Roast for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, or until browned and tender. |
| 7 | While the hens are roasting, cook the rice according to the package directions. |
| 8 | Once the rice is cooked, stir in 2 tablespoons of apple jelly, diced apple, grapes, and celery. |
| 9 | Sprinkle the unsalted cashews over the rice and serve alongside the glazed Cornish game hens. |
Enjoy your delicious Glazed Cornish Game Hens with a side of flavorful rice, garnished with crunchy cashews and bursting with fruity goodness! 🍗🍚🥂
