Glazed Cornish Hen With Rice Pilaf Recipe

Name: Glazed Cornish Hen With Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice; 3 tablespoons uncooked wild rice; 1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple; 1/4 cup white wine or apple juice; 2 tablespoons slivered almonds; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning; Dash curry powder; 1/4 cup peach preserves; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish; 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1 Cornish game hen (20 to 24 ounces), split lengthwise

Servings: persons

1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
3 tablespoons uncooked wild rice
1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple
1/4 cup white wine or apple juice
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Dash curry powder
1/4 cup peach preserves
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 Cornish game hen (20 to 24 ounces), split lengthwise

1
Cook the long grain and wild rice according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine the apple, white wine or apple juice, almonds, salt, poultry seasoning, curry powder and rice; set aside.
2
In a small saucepan, combine the preserves, mustard, horseradish and tarragon. Cook and stir over medium heat until preserves are melted.
3
Carefully loosen skin around hen breast, thighs and drumsticks. Set aside 1/4 cup glaze; spoon remaining glaze under skin.
4
Place the rice mixture in two mounds in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; arrange hen halves skin side up over rice.
5
Bake, uncovered, at 400u00b0 for 45-55 minutes or until meat juices run clear. Let stand for 10 minutes. Remove and discard skin before serving. Warm reserved glaze; brush over hen halves.

187

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Protein

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice, 3 tablespoons uncooked wild rice, 1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple, 1/4 cup white wine or apple juice, and more.

Yes, Glazed Cornish Hen With Rice Pilaf falls under the General 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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Glazed Cornish Hen With Rice Pilaf

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