Glazed Cornish Hens with Garlicky Radicchio Recipe

Name: Glazed Cornish Hens with Garlicky Radicchio
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Four 1 1/4-pound Cornish hens; 16 cilantro sprigs; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 medium orange, zest finely grated and orange quartered; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, crushed; 2/3 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 cup ginger preserves; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 6 garlic cloves, slivered; 1 3/4 pounds radicchio, cut into 1-inch pieces

Servings: persons

Four 1 1/4-pound Cornish hens
16 cilantro sprigs
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 medium orange, zest finely grated and orange quartered
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, crushed
2/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup ginger preserves
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 garlic cloves, slivered
1 3/4 pounds radicchio, cut into 1-inch pieces

1
Preheat the oven to 400.
2
Using your fingertips, carefully loosen the breast skin of each hen; tuck the cilantro sprigs under the skin.
3
Season the cavities with salt and pepper and tuck an orange quarter into each one.
4
Set the hens on a baking sheet, rub them with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
5
Roast the hens for 60 to 70 minutes, or until the juices run clear when a thigh is pierced.
6
Remove from the oven and preheat the broiler.
7
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, toast the cumin seeds over moderate heat, shaking the pan occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
8
Stir in the orange juice, honey, ginger preserves, cayenne and orange zest and cook until syrupy, about 4 minutes.
9
Brush the glaze all over the Cornish hens.
10
Broil the hens for about 2 minutes, until browned all over.
11
Transfer the hens to a serving platter and keep warm; reserve the pan juices.
12
In a large skillet, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil until shimmering.
13
Add the garlic and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes.
14
Add the radicchio and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 3 minutes.
15
Stir in any reserved pan juices, season the radicchio with salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute longer.
16
Spoon the radicchio onto plates, top with the hens and serve.

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Four 1 1/4-pound Cornish hens, 16 cilantro sprigs, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 1 medium orange, zest finely grated and orange quartered, and more.

Yes, Glazed Cornish Hens with Garlicky Radicchio 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 Hens with Garlicky Radicchio

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