HAWAIIAN CORNISH HENS

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I don't like traditional stuffing, so this unique stuffing for the cornish hens caught my eye. We had this for Thanksgiving a couple years ago, one of my favorites!

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Categories     Poultry

Time 2h

Yield 6 Cornish hens

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 Cornish hens
salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons light rum (optional)
syrup from 1 30 oz can pineapple tidbits
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup plum jam
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups chicken broth (for the pan)
1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
1/2 cup white raisins
2 mangoes (can be fresh or canned) or 2 peaches, cut into small chunks (can be fresh or canned)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
30 ounces pineapple tidbits, drained (save juice for glaze)
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons plum jam
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Combine stuffing ingredients in medium bowl.
  • Wash and dry hens inside and out.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Stuff birds with stuffing.
  • Combine all glaze ingredients.
  • Brush or rub birds thoroughly with glaze.
  • Roast (breast down) in a baking pan at 400F for 45-50 minutes, brushing and basting the birds with glaze and pan juices frequently. Turn birds to brown evenly.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups chicken broth to the pan juices and scrape pan well. Add any leftover glaze to this mixture.
  • Baste hens.
  • Lower oven temp to 325°F Roast for approximately 30 minutes more, or until juices run clear.

Janet Kromah
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This recipe is a must-try! You won't be disappointed.


Russian Kim
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in our house.


Ibrahim Ali
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This recipe is a winner! I'll definitely be making it again.


Muhammad King
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I would definitely recommend this recipe. It's easy to make and the results are amazing.


Akira
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is so moist and flavorful.


Zain Totani
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great. My family loved it!


Siddhant Bhattrai
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This is the best Hawaiian Cornish Hens recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was incredible.


Derrick Solano
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I'm not usually a fan of Cornish hens, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing.


No Car
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious.


Priyana Priya
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The sweet and sour sauce is perfect with the chicken.


Yetunde Oladipupo
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The chicken was incredibly moist and flavorful.


Losana Sione
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I've never made Cornish hens before, but this recipe made it really easy. The chicken turned out perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Sharni Williams
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This recipe is definitely going into my regular rotation. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Kaleem Khan
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe was actually really good. The sauce was especially tasty.


Sierra Patel
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect.


Chris Palafox
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Not a fan of this recipe. The chicken was dry and the sauce was bland. I won't be making this again.


Mwebaza Edith
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise it was pretty good. I think next time I'll try using less sugar.


Fortnite EditGod
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect.


Ricardo Gonzalez
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Just tried this recipe and it was a hit! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


SK REAN
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This Hawaiian Cornish Hens recipe turned out AMAZING!!! I made it for my family last night and everyone raved about it. The chicken was moist and tender, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. Will definitely be making this again!


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