Roasted Cornish Hens With Honey Mustard Glaze

Name: Roasted Cornish Hens With Honey Mustard Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (1 1/2 lb) Cornish hens; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 4 bay leaves; 4 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed; 2 tablespoons dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 cup stone ground dijon mustard; 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

4 (1 1/2 lb) Cornish hens
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 bay leaves
4 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
2 tablespoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup stone ground dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

1
Season the hens inside and out with salt and pepper.
2
Place equal portions of bay leaves, garlic, thyme and chili flakes inside the cavity of each hen.
3
Brush the hens with oil.
4
Place, breast side down, on a rack in a roasting pan.
5
Cover and roast in a preheated 375 degree F oven for 40 minutes. Check at this point to see if the leg pulls away easily from the body and the meat is no longer pink. If still pink, roast for another 10 to 15 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, combine the honey, mustard, vinegar, cumin and cilantro in a bowl.
7
Brush over the hens.
8
Roast uncovered for another 10 minutes to brown the glaze.

369

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (1 1/2 lb) Cornish hens, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, 4 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Roasted Cornish Hens With Honey Mustard Glaze 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!