Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens Recipe

Name: Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 c. apricot preserves; 2 Tbsp. orange juice; 2 Rock Cornish hens, thawed (1 1/4 lb.); salt and paprika; 1/4 c. sliced green onions; 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 c. uncooked, mixed, wild and white rice; chicken broth; 1 Tbsp. minced parsley; 1/2 c. cashews; 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine

Servings: persons

3/4 c. apricot preserves
2 Tbsp. orange juice
2 Rock Cornish hens, thawed (1 1/4 lb.)
salt and paprika
1/4 c. sliced green onions
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 c. uncooked, mixed, wild and white rice
chicken broth
1 Tbsp. minced parsley
1/2 c. cashews
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine

1
Mix apricot preserves and orange juice in small bowl.
2
Remove giblets from hens.
3
Place hens on rack in roasting pan; sprinkle lightly with salt and paprika.
4
Roast hens in preheated 350u00b0 oven until thickest parts are fork tender and drumstick meat feels soft when pressed, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.
5
Baste frequently with sauce during last 30 minutes of cooking time.
6
Saute green onions in 2 tablespoons margarine in medium saucepan until tender, about 2 minutes.
7
Stir in rice; cook according to package directions, substituting chicken broth for water and omitting salt.
8
Stir parsley into rice.
9
Saute cashews in 2 tablespoons margarine in medium skillet until golden, about 2 minutes; stir into rice. Spoon rice onto serving platter; arrange hens on rice and serve.

370

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 c. apricot preserves, 2 Tbsp. orange juice, 2 Rock Cornish hens, thawed (1 1/4 lb.), salt and paprika, and more.

Yes, Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens

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