Crisp Cornish Game Hens With Spiced Cranberry-Honey

Name: Crisp Cornish Game Hens With Spiced Cranberry-Honey Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: HENS:; 2 (1 1/4 LB ) CORNISH HENS; 1 teasp thyme, minced; 1/2 teasp kosher salt; 1/2 teasp fresh ground black pepper; 2 minced garlic cloves; GLAZE:; 4 teasp olive oil, divided; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed; 1/4 cup cranberry juice; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 teasp ground cinnamon; 1/8 teasp ground red pepper; cooking spray

Servings: persons

HENS:
2 (1 1/4 LB ) CORNISH HENS
1 teasp thyme, minced
1/2 teasp kosher salt
1/2 teasp fresh ground black pepper
2 minced garlic cloves
GLAZE:
4 teasp olive oil, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1/4 cup cranberry juice
1/4 cup honey
1/4 teasp ground cinnamon
1/8 teasp ground red pepper
cooking spray

1
preheat to 425
2
to prepare hens...get rid of giblets and necks. remove skin, trim xs fat, split hens in half lengthwise
3
combine thyme, salt, blk pepper, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
4
rub surface of hens with thyme mixture
5
to prepare glaze: heat 1 tablesp oil in small saucepan over med. heat. add 1 minced garlic clove, and cook 1 minute. add cranberries, juice, honey, cinnamon and red pepper, bring to a simmer. cook for 5 mins or until slightly syrupy
6
heat remaining tablesp of oil in a large nonstick skillet over med-high heat. add hens--breast side down--cook 3 minutes. place hens, breast side up, on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray.
7
brush hens with half of glaze and bake at 425 for 25 mins or until 165 deg --brushing occas. with remaining glaze.

1130

kcal

Calories

101

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: HENS:, 2 (1 1/4 LB ) CORNISH HENS, 1 teasp thyme, minced, 1/2 teasp kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Crisp Cornish Game Hens With Spiced Cranberry-Honey Glaze falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Crisp Cornish Game Hens With Spiced Cranberry-Honey Glaze

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