PISTACHIO CRUSTED CORNISH GAME HENS
A plump juicy game hen crusted with pistachios and parmesan cheese. I like to stuff mine with Stovetop sourdough bread stuffing as well. I've noticed that when stuffed, the birds stay much more moist.
Provided by Heirloom
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a food processor crush pistachios until crumb-like.
- Mix grated parmesan cheese and pistachios in a small bowl.
- In an 8 x 8 casserole dish baste the game hen with the melted butter.
- Pat the pistachio mixture onto the bird, covering entirely.
- Bake at 350°F for 1 hr 10 minutes.
- Internal temperature of bird should be 175-180°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.5, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 135, Sodium 313.5, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 33
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mzwandile mkhize
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my hens were dry and tough.
Amilleona Mrs Amilleona
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the hens are always a hit.
Joyce Griffiths
[email protected]I've never made Cornish game hens before, but this recipe made it easy. The hens were cooked perfectly and the pistachio crust was delicious.
Kyarisima Esther
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to dress up Cornish game hens for a special occasion.
Newton Oduor
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. The hens were moist and tender, and the pistachio crust was a hit.
Ruhel Ahmed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pistachio, but I loved this recipe. The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the hens were cooked perfectly.
Soso Abushawish
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the hens were delicious.
Katalina Argabrite
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The pistachio crust is a great complement to the tender, juicy chicken.
Arvin Amiri
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the hens turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
DIEUMERCI Lukusa
[email protected]I tried this recipe for a special occasion dinner and it was a disaster. The hens were dry and overcooked, and the pistachio crust was burnt.
Shannon Henwood
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The hens are always cooked evenly and the pistachio crust is always crispy and flavorful.
Dorian Parnell
[email protected]The pistachio crust was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise the hens were delicious.
UK Achakzai
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the hens turned out beautifully. My guests raved about them!
Shaquille Bennett
[email protected]This pistachio-crusted Cornish game hen recipe is a keeper! The hens were cooked to perfection, with crispy, flavorful skin and juicy, tender meat. The pistachio crust added a unique and delicious touch.