Stuffed Cornish Hens
Elevate your dining experience with these savory stuffed Cornish hens, bursting with flavor and perfect for any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–4 Cornish hens (plump and fresh)
- 2 cups stuffing mix
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a roasting pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the stuffing mix, chopped thyme, chopped rosemary, minced garlic, and enough chicken broth to moisten without making it soggy.
- Gently loosen the skin on each Cornish hen's breast using your fingers. Generously fill each hen with the stuffing mixture.
- Brush melted butter over each hen. Season liberally with salt and pepper.
- Place the stuffed hens in the greased roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until their internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste halfway through for extra juiciness.
- Allow the hens to rest for about ten minutes before serving. Present them on a platter with seasonal vegetables for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed Cornish hen (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg