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Cornish Game Hens With Feta
Description: This delightful recipe, discovered years ago in a newspaper, has since become one of my husband’s all-time favorites. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Pair it with some brown rice for a satisfying meal that’s sure to please your taste buds!
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Recipe Category: Quick and Easy (< 30 mins)
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Cornish game hens (halved) |
| Olive oil | |
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 | Italian plum tomatoes |
| 1 | Minced garlic cloves |
| 2 | Sprigs of oregano |
| 1 | Block of feta cheese |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 255.4
- Fat: 10.8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.8g
- Cholesterol: 122.1mg
- Sodium: 256.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 11.4g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 6.2g
- Protein: 27.8g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cornish Game Hens:
- Begin by cutting the Cornish game hens in half, ensuring that they are ready for cooking.
- Season each half generously with salt and pepper, ensuring even seasoning.
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Brown the Hens:
- In a large, heavy skillet with a lid, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the seasoned Cornish game hen halves to the skillet.
- Brown the hens on both sides until they develop a golden-brown color, which should take approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
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Simmer the Hens:
- Once the hens are nicely browned, reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet with a lid.
- Allow the hens to simmer gently for about 10 minutes, allowing them to cook through and become tender.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- While the hens are simmering, prepare the flavorful sauce.
- Add the sliced onion to the same skillet used for browning the hens.
- Cook and stir the onions for about 2 minutes until they begin to soften and turn translucent.
- Next, add the Italian plum tomatoes (either chopped or sliced), minced garlic cloves, and fresh oregano to the skillet.
- Stir the ingredients well to combine, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Add Feta and Finish:
- Once the hens have simmered for 10 minutes and are cooked through, it’s time to add the final touch.
- Carefully return the browned Cornish game hen halves to the skillet, nestling them among the flavorful sauce.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese generously over the top of each hen half, allowing it to melt slightly into the sauce.
- Spoon some of the fragrant sauce over the hens, ensuring they are coated in the delicious mixture.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Transfer the Cornish game hens with feta to a serving platter, ensuring to spoon any remaining sauce over the top.
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot alongside your favorite side dish.
- Brown rice makes an excellent accompaniment to this dish, complementing the flavors perfectly.
Enjoy this easy yet impressive meal, perfect for any occasion!
This recipe is a surefire way to impress your family and friends with minimal effort, showcasing the delicious flavors of tender Cornish game hens paired with tangy feta and aromatic herbs. Happy cooking! 🍽️✨
