Special Cornish Hen Recipe

Name: Special Cornish Hen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 garlic cloves, peeled; 1/2 large onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon red wine; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons dried rosemary, crushed; 1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper; 1 slice bacon, chopped and sweated; 1 Cornish hen; 1 whole jalapeno, chopped fine; salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

10 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon red wine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 slice bacon, chopped and sweated
1 Cornish hen
1 whole jalapeno, chopped fine
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons butter, melted

1
Pre heat oven to 350o F.
2
Mix the vegetables,wine, herbs, and oil together in a bowl.
3
Chop and sweat the bacon in a cast iron skillet, add to vegetable mixture grease and all. Salt and pepper to taste.
4
Stuff the hen with this mixture and sew closed tightly ( this is needed to maintain moisture in the finished product ).
5
Salt and pepper the stufffed hen well.
6
Place hen on rack in shallow oven proof pan*. Brush with melted butter.
7
Roast for 1.5 to 2 hours, basting often, until juices run clear or instant read thermometer reads 180 o. Allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
8
Cut hen in half lengthwise and serve with the stuffing.

564

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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: 10 garlic cloves, peeled, 1/2 large onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon red wine, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Special Cornish Hen 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Special Cornish Hen

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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