Cornish Hens In Port And Sour Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Cornish Hens In Port And Sour Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 Cornish hens; 1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning; 3/4 tsp. salt; 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced; 1 c. fresh sliced mushrooms; 1/4 c. melted butter; 1/4 c. water; 1 clove garlic; 1/2 c. butter; 1 (10 oz.) can chicken broth; 1 1/4 c. water; 1/2 c. Port wine; 1 tsp. browning and seasoning sauce; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1/2 c. sour cream; black pepper

Servings: persons

6 Cornish hens
1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning
3/4 tsp. salt
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
1 c. fresh sliced mushrooms
1/4 c. melted butter
1/4 c. water
1 clove garlic
1/2 c. butter
1 (10 oz.) can chicken broth
1 1/4 c. water
1/2 c. Port wine
1 tsp. browning and seasoning sauce
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 c. sour cream
black pepper

1
Clean hens and remove giblets.
2
Sprinkle with salt, pepper and poultry seasoning.
3
Slice apples and place in cavities of hens. Secure with toothpicks and rub hens with garlic.
4
Melt 1/2 cup butter in skillet and brown hens on all sides.
5
Arrange hens in a large baking pan.
6
Combine chicken broth, 1 1/4 cups water and wine.
7
Pour over hens and bake at 350u00b0 for 1 hour, basting frequently.
8
Remove hens from oven and place on platter, keeping warm.
9
Reserve 2 cups of pan drippings.
10
Saute mushrooms in 1/2 cup butter.
11
Add pan drippings and browning sauce.
12
Dissolve cornstarch in 1/4 cup water.
13
Stir into mushroom mixture.
14
Whisk in sour cream.
15
Do not boil!
16
Serve sauce with hens.

620

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 Cornish hens, 1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning, 3/4 tsp. salt, 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced, and more.

Yes, Cornish Hens In Port And Sour Cream Sauce 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.

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Cornish Hens In Port And Sour Cream Sauce

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