For a deeper flavor, marinate the hens overnight. If the glaze starts to darken too quickly, tent the hens with foil. Serve with roasted vegetables or rice pilaf for a complete meal.
Orange Glazed Cornish Hen
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS45
These petite Cornish hens are transformed into a citrusy delight with a vibrant orange glaze. The marinade infuses the meat with bright, zesty flavors, while the glaze creates a beautiful caramelized crust. Perfect for a special occasion or an elegant weeknight meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate129 g
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Cholesterol302 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein60 g
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Saturated Fat14 g
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Sodium5663 mg
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Sugar100 g
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Fat56 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepIn a large resealable bag, combine olive oil, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, lemon zest and juice, orange zest and juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
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StepAdd hens to the bag, seal, and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours, flipping the bag occasionally. (Marinating time: 1-4 hours)
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StepPreheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). (Prep time: 10 minutes)
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StepIn a separate bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, onion, ginger, and black pepper to create the orange glaze. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
05
StepRemove hens from the marinade and place them in a roasting pan, discarding the used marinade. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
06
StepRoast the hens in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. (Cook time: 50 minutes)
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StepBrush the hens generously with the orange glaze and continue roasting for 5 more minutes. (Cook time: 5 minutes)
08
StepFlip the hens, brush with more glaze, and roast until the meat is no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 5 more minutes. (Cook time: 5 minutes)
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Aron Corkeryhartmann
May 12, 2025The glaze is a bit sweet for my taste, so I reduced the amount of honey. Still delicious!
Braulio Gerhold
Apr 21, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The orange glaze is so flavorful and the hens were perfectly cooked.
Beth Schneider
Mar 1, 2025The hens turned out beautifully golden brown. I will definitely be making this again.
Regan Prosaccotremblay
Jan 24, 2025I added some rosemary to the marinade for an extra layer of flavor. It was a great addition!
Antonio Russel
Dec 19, 2024The cooking time was spot on. My hens were cooked perfectly to 165 degrees.
Audrey Lubowitz
Dec 11, 2024I marinated the hens overnight and the flavor was incredible. Highly recommend!
Ima Hyatt
Nov 23, 2024Easy to follow and the results were amazing. My family loved it!