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 tablespoons chopped celery; 3 tablespoons chopped onion; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 3 cups dry bread cubes; 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained; 1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 3 to 4 tablespoons chicken broth; 4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each); 1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves, warmed; 4 green onions (green part only), optional; Fresh rosemary sprigs, optional

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons chopped celery
3 tablespoons chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 cups dry bread cubes
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 to 4 tablespoons chicken broth
4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)
1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves, warmed
4 green onions (green part only), optional
Fresh rosemary sprigs, optional

1
In a large skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender; remove from heat. Add the bread, mushrooms and seasonings. Toss with enough chicken broth just to moisten.
2
Stuff hens. Tie drumsticks together. Place on a rack in a large shallow baking pan. Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 1 hour.
3
Brush with preserves. Bake, uncovered, 30-45 minutes longer or until meat juices run clear, basting every 10-15 minutes.
4
If using green onions, first soften them in boiling water or the microwave for a few seconds, then tie over the string used to tie the drumsticks together. Garnish platter with rosemary if desired.

380

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons chopped celery, 3 tablespoons chopped onion, 1/4 cup butter, cubed, 3 cups dry bread cubes, 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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