Cornish Hens with Apple-Cranberry Rice Stuffing: A Juicy Delight
A delicious recipe for Cornish Hens stuffed with a flavorful apple-cranberry rice filling, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens
- 1 cup rice
- 1/2 cup chopped apples
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté onion until translucent.
- Add rice, chicken broth, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Stir in apples, cranberries, and thyme; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stuff each Cornish hen with the rice mixture.
- Place hens in a roasting pan and bake for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the hens overnight.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cornish hen
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg