Savory Stuffed Cornish Hens for a Festive Feast Everyone Will Love
Delight your guests with these savory stuffed Cornish hens, perfect for any festive occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, celery, onions, cranberries, pecans, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Moisten the mixture with chicken broth.
- Stuff each Cornish hen with the stuffing mixture.
- Place the hens on a baking tray and roast for about 1 hour or until fully cooked.
- Let rest before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the hens in a mix of olive oil, garlic, and herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Savory Stuffed Cornish Hens, Festive Feast, Holiday Recipes