SINGLE POT CORNISH GAME HENS

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All in one pot and you are done, plus the flavors are so wonderful, elegant and romantic enough for dinner by candlelight!

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 Cornish hens, washed and split
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 vidalia onions, diced or 3 shallots, cubed
3 garlic cloves (minced or crushed)
1 teaspoon thyme or 2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 teaspoon rosemary
8 new potatoes, washed and quartered
1 (6 ounce) package fresh washed mushrooms (halved or quartered according to size)
1 (15 ounce) can fat free chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon or 1 tablespoon chicken base
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • In large Dutch oven (lid must be ovenproof) heat oil over medium high heat.
  • Salt and pepper hens both sides.
  • Brown on both sides.
  • Add onions and garlic, let cook 5 minutes.
  • Add potatoes and mushrooms on top.
  • Sprinkle with rosemary and thyme and garlic powder.
  • Pour in 1/2 can broth in pan and 1/4 cup wine.
  • Squeeze 1/2 lemon on top.
  • Cover with tight fitting lid.
  • Place in oven at 350°F for 1 hour.
  • Remove from oven and take out hens and vegetables.
  • Over medium high heat add remaining ingredients (lemon juice, lemon pepper, chicken base, wine, broth) and let reduce for 15 minutes.
  • Thicken with cornstarch and water.
  • Taste and season as needed replace chicken and vegetables and cook for additional 10 minutes stirring very carefully and not very often.
  • Serve immediately.

CROPSE 4444
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This recipe was a disaster. The hens were dry and tough, and the vegetables were mushy.


Jayden Fama
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. I'll probably try a different one next time.


Ani Daniel
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The hens were a bit overcooked, but the recipe was easy to follow.


Sany Bagum
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I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra herbs and spices to taste.


Muskan mengal 123 Muskaan
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The hens were a bit dry, but the vegetables were delicious.


Hancy Rambharosh
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I love how easy this recipe is. I can throw everything in the pot and dinner is ready in no time.


nooblordten
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This is my go-to recipe for Cornish game hens. It's simple to make and always turns out great.


olivia prescott
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The hens are always moist and flavorful.


AbdUl AfriDi
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Easy to follow recipe that resulted in a delicious meal. The hens were cooked evenly and the vegetables were tender.


Ariyan Khan
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The hens turned out perfectly! The meat was tender and moist, and the skin was crispy. I will definitely be using this recipe again.


Mohammed Sy
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This Cornish game hen recipe is a winner! The hens were juicy and flavorful, and the cooking process was a breeze. I'll definitely be making this again.


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