Plum-Glazed Cornish Hens Recipe

Name: Plum-Glazed Cornish Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large navel oranges, sliced; 4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), split lengthwise; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 can (15 ounces) plums, pitted, drained; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate; 1/3 cup chili sauce; 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted, optional

Servings: persons

4 large navel oranges, sliced
4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), split lengthwise
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) plums, pitted, drained
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate
1/3 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted, optional

1
Arrange orange slices in two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Top with game hens; sprinkle with pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 45 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, place plums in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Set aside. In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender; stir in lemonade concentrate, chili sauce, soy sauce, mustard, ginger, Worcestershire sauce and plums. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set 1 cup of sauce aside. Spoon remaining sauce over hens.
3
Bake 30-45 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 180u00b0, basting occasionally with pan drippings. Sprinkle with coconut if desired. Serve with reserved plum sauce.

280

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 4 large navel oranges, sliced, 4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), split lengthwise, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1 can (15 ounces) plums, pitted, drained, and more.

Yes, Plum-Glazed Cornish Hens falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Plum-Glazed Cornish Hens

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