Pineapple-Stuffed Cornish Game Hens Recipe

Name: Pineapple-Stuffed Cornish Game Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (20 ounce) Cornish hens; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple; 3 cups cubed day-old bread, 1/2 inch cubes, crusts removed; 1 celery rib, chopped; 1/2 cup flaked coconut; 2/3 cup butter, melted divided; 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 2 tablespoons steak sauce; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 (20 ounce) Cornish hens
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple
3 cups cubed day-old bread, 1/2 inch cubes, crusts removed
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup flaked coconut
2/3 cup butter, melted divided
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 tablespoons steak sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
Sprinkle insides of hens with 1/4 teaspoon salt; set aside.
2
Drain pineapple, reserving juice.
3
In a bowl, combine the pineapple, bread cubes, celery and coconut.
4
Add 6 Tablespoons butter; toss to coat.
5
Loosely stuff hens; tie legs together with kitchen string.
6
Place on a rack in a greased shallow roasting pan.
7
Place remaining stuffing in a greased 1-1/2 cup baking dish; cover and set aside.
8
Add poultry seasoning and remaining salt to remaining butter.
9
Spoon some of the butter mixture over hens.
10
Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees for 40 minutes, basting twice with butter mixture.
11
Stir steak sauce and reserved pineapple juice into remaining butter mixture; baste hens.
12
Bake reserved stuffing with hens for 30 minutes; baste hens twice.
13
Uncover stuffing; baste hens with remaining butter mixture.
14
Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until meat themometer reads 185 degrees for hens and 165 degrees for stuffing in hens.
15
Remove hens from pan; keep warm.
16
Pour drippings into a saucepan; skim fat.
17
Combine cornstarch, brown sugar, water and lemon juice until smooth; add to the drippings.
18
Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
19
Serve sauce with hens and stuffing.

409

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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

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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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (20 ounce) Cornish hens, 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided, 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, 3 cups cubed day-old bread, 1/2 inch cubes, crusts removed, and more.

Yes, Pineapple-Stuffed Cornish Game Hens falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Pineapple-Stuffed Cornish Game Hens

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