Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens

Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens

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Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 3/4 c. apricot preserves, 2 tbsp. orange juice, 2 rock cornish hens, thawed (1 1/4 lb.), salt and paprika and 1/4 c. sliced green onions, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. An easy weeknight meal that comes together quickly.

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πŸ”— Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

Mix apricot preserves and orange juice in small bowl.

Remove giblets from hens.

Place hens on rack in roasting pan; sprinkle lightly with salt and paprika.

Roast hens in preheated 350Β° oven until thickest parts are fork tender and drumstick meat feels soft when pressed, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.

Baste frequently with sauce during last 30 minutes of cooking time.

Saute green onions in 2 tablespoons margarine in medium saucepan until tender, about 2 minutes.

Stir in rice; cook according to package directions, substituting chicken broth for water and omitting salt.

Stir parsley into rice.

Saute cashews in 2 tablespoons margarine in medium skillet until golden, about 2 minutes; stir into rice. Spoon rice onto serving platter; arrange hens on rice and serve.

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