Best 9 Orange Glazed Love Cornish Hen Recipes

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Indulge in the exquisite flavors of orange glazed love cornish hen, a delectable dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. This culinary masterpiece combines the sweet and tangy taste of oranges with the tender and succulent meat of cornish hens, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will transport you to a world of culinary delight. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply seeking a unique and flavorful meal, this recipe will guide you through the steps of preparing this delectable dish, ensuring that every bite is a symphony of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CONTEST-WINNING ORANGE-GLAZED CORNISH HENS



Contest-Winning Orange-Glazed Cornish Hens image

This is a wonderfully elegant entree to serve at a cozy dinner party for four. Your guests will think you spent hours in the kitchen preparing the tender golden brown hens and perfecting the full-flavored basting sauce. -Laurie Bartley, Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup Madeira wine, sherry or chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to at 350°. Tie legs of each hen together; turn wing tips under backs. Place on a greased rack in a roasting pan. Brush with butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 15 minutes. Spoon over hens. Bake until a thermometer reads 170°, about 15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682 calories, Fat 40g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 235mg cholesterol, Sodium 819mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein.

ORANGE GLAZED CORNISH HEN



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Marinate the hens for at least an hour. While they're marinating in the refrigerator, start making the sauce.

Provided by JDP4445

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Cornish Hen Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 orange, zested and juiced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 Cornish game hens
2 cups orange juice
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup honey
¼ cup Dijon mustard
¼ cup finely diced onion
2 teaspoons ground ginger
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix olive oil, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, lemon zest and juice, orange zest and juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a large resealable bag. Add hens, seal bag, and coat hens with marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, flipping the bag 1 or 2 times to redistribute marinade.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Mix orange juice, soy sauce, honey, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, onion, ginger, and black pepper together in a bowl.
  • Remove hens from marinade and transfer to a roasting pan, discarding leftover marinade.
  • Roast hens in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Brush hens with orange glaze and roast for 5 more minutes. Flip hens, brush with more glaze, and roast until meat is no longer pink in the center, about 5 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1234.6 calories, Carbohydrate 129.2 g, Cholesterol 302 mg, Fat 56.4 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 59.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 5663 mg, Sugar 100.3 g

CORNISH HENS WITH ORANGE GLAZE



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When I make these succulent stuffed Cornish hens, my husband's only complaint is that he gets full before he's ready to quit eating!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 bacon strips, diced
1/2 cup finely shredded carrot
1/4 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried savory
Dash pepper
3/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules, divided
2 tablespoons hot water
2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup white wine or apple juice
2 tablespoons plus 2/3 cup orange juice, divided
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. In the drippings, saute carrot and onion until tender; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in stuffing cubes, parsley, savory, pepper and bacon., Dissolve 1/4 teaspoon bouillon in hot water; pour over stuffing mixture and gently toss to moisten. Spoon into hens. Tuck wings under hens; tie legs together. , Place on a greased rack in a roasting pan. Lightly brush hens with oil; loosely cover with foil. Bake at 375° for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring the wine, 2 tablespoons orange juice and butter to a boil. Remove from the heat; set aside 1/4 cup for sauce and keep warm. , Brush remaining mixture over hens. Bake 40-50 minutes longer or until meat juices run clear and a thermometer inserted in stuffing reads 165°, brushing every 15 minutes with glaze., For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, and remaining bouillon and orange juice until smooth. Stir in reserved glaze. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with hens.

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ORANGE-CRANBERRY GLAZED CORNISH HENS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 Cornish game hens (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds each)
1 large onion, sliced into rounds, rings separated
2 oranges, sliced into rounds, plus 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 4 oranges)
8 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus 2 teaspoons finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon coriander seeds, crushed or coarsely ground
1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 stick unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, chopped

Steps:

  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 475 degrees F. Cut the hens in half with kitchen shears, removing the backbone and cutting through the middle of the breastbone. Divide the onion, oranges and rosemary sprigs between 2 rimmed baking sheets. Arrange the hens skin-side up on the baking sheets and season all over with salt and pepper. Set aside at room temperature, 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the orange juice, cranberries, maple syrup, 1 teaspoon coriander, the chile powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook, mashing the cranberries as they start to burst, until the mixture is thickened and reduced to about 3/4 cup, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and season with salt. Set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped rosemary, garlic and the remaining 2 teaspoons coriander. Cook 30 seconds, then remove from the heat.
  • Pat the hens dry with paper towels, then brush with the flavored butter. Roast the hens until the skin is browned and a thermometer inserted into the thigh registers 165 degrees F, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and switch to the broiler setting. Brush the hens with the orange-cranberry sauce, then broil, one baking sheet at a time, until glazed and dark brown in spots, 2 to 3 minutes.

STUFFED CORNISH GAME HENS WITH ORANGE SAUCE



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I like this recipe because it not only tastes delicious, and makes a beautiful presentation, but is quick and easy to put together. You don't have to be an experienced gourmet chef to serve your family these special little birds.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 Cornish hens
1 3/4 cups cooked long grain and wild rice blend
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup grated raw apple
1/2 cup raisins or 1/2 cup craisins
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
salt and pepper
melted butter
1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate
1 cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Saute the chopped onions in the tablespoon of butter until soft.
  • Mix rice, onions, apple, raisins and poultry seasoning together in a small bowl.
  • Season the cornish hens well inside and out with salt and pepper.
  • Place 1/2 cup stuffing into each hen cavity.
  • Brush hens liberally with melted butter.
  • Place hens, breast side up in a shallow baking pan.
  • Cook for about 45 minutes depending on the size of the hens, basting once during the roasting time.
  • Make Sauce: In small saucepan, cook the orange juice, brown sugar and butter until thickened, stirring frequently.

HONEY-ORANGE CORNISH GAME HENS



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These are delicious little hens with a buttery honey-orange glaze that makes them nice and crispy on the outside, and tender and juicy on the inside. This is a nice dinner to have with that special someone, served with a rice pilaf and a simple veggie dish.

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h6m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Cornish hens
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 orange, cut in quarters
2 cups water
1 cup honey
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup thawed orange juice concentrate

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Mix together salt, basil and allspice.
  • Sprinkle mixture inside and outside of Cornish hens.
  • Place 1/4 orange in each hen and place them in a roasting pan.
  • Add water to pan.
  • Over low heat, simmer together honey, butter and orange juice concentrate until thickened.
  • Drizzle about half the mixture over Cornish hens and roast uncovered for about 25 minutes.
  • Roast for another 25 minutes or until juices run clear and hens are not pink inside, basting with the rest of the honey-orange sauce after 10 minutes.

HONEY ORANGE CORNISH HENS



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An easy dish that looks like you've spent all day cooking and has a fabulous taste. Your family or friends will rave about it, and we don't need to tell them how easy it was to make. It has only 5 ingredients.

Provided by Carol Semenuk

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Cornish Hen Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 Cornish game hens, halved lengthwise
¼ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon white vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place game hen halves with skin sides up into a 9x13-inch roasting pan.
  • Roast hens in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
  • Stir orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and vinegar together in a small bowl; brush mixture over hens.
  • Roast hens for 5 more minutes and baste again with orange juice mixture. Roast until skin is browned and meat is no longer pink inside, about 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 75.3 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 488.3 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

ORANGE-GLAZED GAME HENS



Orange-Glazed Game Hens image

Categories     Poultry     Marinate     Roast     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 2 to 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup orange honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons minced orange peel (orange part only)
3 large garlic cloves, pressed
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil
2 1 1/2-pound Cornish game hens, halved
3 oranges, peeled, white pith removed
Sesame seeds
6 ounces snow peas

Steps:

  • Mix first 8 ingredients in large bowl. Add hens skin side down. Cover and refrigerate 24 hours, turning once.
  • Using small sharp knife, cut between membranes of oranges to release segments. Set orange segments aside.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Transfer hens to shallow baking pan. Place marinade in heavy small saucepan and boil until reduced to 3/4 cup, about 12 minutes. Brush both sides of hens with reduced marinade. Arrange skin side up in pan. Roast 5 minutes. Baste hens. Cook 10 minutes longer. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Baste hens and cook 10 minutes. Sprinkle hens with sesame seeds and roast until cooked through, about 10 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Cook snow peas in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain. Place 1 hen half in center of each plate. Alternate snow peas and orange segments around hens and serve.

ORANGE GLAZED CORNISH HENS RECIPE - (4.7/5)



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Provided by MOH

Number Of Ingredients 13

SAUCE:
4 cornish hens
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. paprika
salt and pepper
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup honey
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 cup duck sauce
1 clove fresh garlic
1/4 cup sherry
1 tbsp. apricot jam

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Rub hens with spices. Cover and bake for 1 1/2 hours. 3. Combine all sauce ingredients and bring to a boil over medium heat. Stirring frequently until smooth. 4. Pour sauce over hens and cover bake for 1/2 an hour. Uncover and bake another 1/2 hour. total of 2 1/2 hours.

Tips:

  • Choose the right Cornish hens: Look for hens that are plump and have a moist, yellow skin. Avoid hens that are too thin or have a dry, reddish skin.
  • Thaw the hens properly: If the hens are frozen, thaw them in the refrigerator for 24 hours or overnight. You can also thaw them in a sink filled with cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes until the hens are thawed.
  • Brine the hens: Brining the hens in a solution of water, salt, and sugar will help to keep them moist and flavorful. Brine the hens for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Roast the hens at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Roast the hens at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make the orange glaze: While the hens are roasting, make the orange glaze by combining orange juice, honey, brown sugar, and spices in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it has thickened.
  • Glaze the hens: Brush the hens with the orange glaze every 15 minutes during the last 30 minutes of roasting. This will help to create a sticky, flavorful glaze.
  • Let the hens rest: Once the hens are cooked, let them rest for 10 minutes before carving. This will help to keep the juices in the meat.

Conclusion:

Orange glazed Cornish hens are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a crispy skin, juicy meat, and a sweet and tangy glaze, these hens are sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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