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Pan Roasted Cornish Hen with Blue Corn Chorizo Dres

Name: Pan Roasted Cornish Hen with Blue Corn Chorizo Dressing with Cranberry Mango Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1 pound chorizo, finely diced; 6 garlic cloves, finely diced; 1/4 cup finely diced celery; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup diced carrot; 1 poblano, finely diced; 1 recipe blue cornbread, crumbled; 1 teaspoon coarsely chopped thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon coarsely chopped sage leaves; 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped cilantro; 1 egg; 1/2 cup chicken stock; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Cranberry Mango Relish; 1 cup fresh cranberries; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 large mango, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped; 3 tablespoons finely diced red onion; 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 Cornish game hens; Salt and freshly ground pepper; Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.; In a hot roasting pan, melt the butter and oil. Season the hens with salt and pepper to taste and sear until browned all over. Place, breast side down in the pan and roast for approximately 12 to 1…

Try this homemade Pan Roasted Cornish Hen with Blue Corn Chorizo Dressing with Cranberry Mango Relish recipe the whole family will love. Made with unsal…

This Pan Roasted Cornish Hen with Blue Corn Chorizo Dressing with Cranberry Mango Relish relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as unsalted butter, chorizo, finely diced, garlic cloves, finely diced and finely diced celery. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 835 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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