Chili-Roasted Game Hens with Jalapeno-Orange Sauce

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   Preheat oven to 450F.

2. 2

   Slide fingertips under game hen skin to loosen from meat.

3. 3

   Insert cilantro sprigs under skin.

4. 4

   Sprinkle hens with chipotle chili powder; season with salt.

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   Place hens, skin side up, on rimmed baking sheet.

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   Roast 15 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, stir jelly, orange juice, and orange peel in small saucepan over medium heat until jelly melts, about 2 minutes.

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   Brush hens with some jelly mixture; continue to roast until cooked through and brown, brushing once more with mixture, about 15 minutes longer.

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   Bring remaining jelly mixture to simmer.

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    Stir in chopped cilantro and salsa.

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    Spoon sauce over hens and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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