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 tsp. grated orange rind; 2 Tbsp. orange juice; 4 cornish hens; 1/4 tsp. paprika; 1/2 c. cashews; 2 Tbsp. margarine, melted; 1 (6 oz.) pkg. long grain wild rice; 2 1/2 c. chicken broth; 1 bunch green onions

Servings: persons

3/4 c. apricot preserves
2 tsp. grated orange rind
2 Tbsp. orange juice
4 cornish hens
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/2 c. cashews
2 Tbsp. margarine, melted
1 (6 oz.) pkg. long grain wild rice
2 1/2 c. chicken broth
1 bunch green onions

1
Combine preserves, orange rind and orange juice.
2
Set aside. Remove giblets from hens, rinse with cold water and pat dry. Sprinkle with paprika.
3
Place hens breast side up in lightly greased roasting pan.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours. During last 30 minutes baste frequently with 1/2 cup of apricot glaze.
5
Saute cashews in butter until golden.
6
Drain and set aside, reserving butter.
7
Saute green onions in same skillet until tender. Add rice and prepare according to package directions substituting chicken broth for water.
8
Serve with cornish hens.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 c. apricot preserves, 2 tsp. grated orange rind, 2 Tbsp. orange juice, 4 cornish hens, 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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