Uncover the divine culinary experience that awaits you with stuffed cornish hen, a dish that tantalizes taste buds and elevates any occasion. This delicacy, often served as a centerpiece at celebrations, combines the succulent tenderness of cornish hen with an array of delectable stuffing options, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you spellbound. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the art of crafting the perfect stuffed cornish hen, guiding you through the intricacies of selecting the finest ingredients, mastering the art of stuffing, and achieving a golden-brown perfection that will make your taste buds sing.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
UN-STUFFED CORNISH HEN
I've always loved when my mother made cornish hens. These can be quite flavorful and juicy. A hen can be stuffed with any side (rice, corn, stuffing, etc.) of your choice. I usually leave the hen un-stuffed and place sides on the plate to complete the dish.
Provided by MrMansMrs
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 1-2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Remove the thawed hen from it's wrapping and rinse it with lukewarm water.
- Smother or brush the olive oil over the hen.
- Squeeze lemon juice down the center of the hen.
- Sprinkle the hen with salt & pepper (or any seasoning of your choice).
- Place hen on roast pan and let it cook for 35 minutes.
STUFFED CORNISH HEN
Make and share this Stuffed Cornish Hen recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Youketnuba 2
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 2 HALFS, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bake the hen in the oven for 30 min at 400 deg or deep fry for 20 min at 320 deg. when done cut in half from breast down, remove rib bones then set aside the bird. prep stuffing mix in a bowl and heat 8 ouces of port wine, 1 cup of chicken stock, and 2 cloves of garlic in sauce pan. once hot pour mitur over stuffing mix. stuff chicken with stuffing mixture in heaping portions and top with parm cheese, rosemary, then butter. place on a tray in the oven at 400 deg for 25 minute mix the gravy pack in a shaker jar with 1/2 cup chicken stock and 1/2 cup water then heat in a sauce pan mixing frequently.add 1 tbls of fresh ground pepper. remove hen from oven and pour gravy over top and enjoy, you wont be disappointed!
Tips:
- Choose the right Cornish hens: Look for hens that are about 1 to 1.5 pounds each, with plump breasts and firm, moist skin.
- Brine the hens: Brining the hens in a mixture of water, salt, sugar, and herbs helps to keep them moist and flavorful. Brine the hens for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Stuff the hens: There are many different stuffing options to choose from, such as bread stuffing, rice stuffing, or vegetable stuffing. Be creative and use your favorite ingredients.
- Roast the hens: Roast the hens in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the hens rest: Let the hens rest for 10 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Stuffed Cornish hens are a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for special occasions. They are relatively easy to make, and there are many different stuffing options to choose from. So next time you are looking for a special dish to serve, give stuffed Cornish hens a try.
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