Ginger–Apricot Glazed Cornish Game Hens
Ginger–Apricot Glazed Cornish Game Hens feature tender halves lacquered with a sweet-savory blend of apricot preserves, soy, ginger, and garlic. The glaze bakes into a glossy finish with gentle warmth from ginger and a hint of wine, perfect for a special dinner or intimate holiday meal. Serve with roasted vegetables or rice to soak up the flavorful pan juices.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
In a shallow dish, combine the soy sauce, apricot preserves, ginger, garlic, wine, and sugar. Add the hens to the dish and coat them with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate to marinate for 8 hours, or overnight.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- 3
Place the hen halves in a baking dish. Pour the remaining marinade over the hens. Bake uncovered for 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, basting often with the marinade, until the hen juices run clear.
- Calories 615.06 kcal High
- Protein 52.45 g Good Source
- Carbs 15.57 g Moderate
- Total Fat 37.18 g High
- Saturated Fat 10.63 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 345.1 mg High
- Sodium 1307.6 mg High
- Fiber 0.04 g Low Source
- Sugar 8.52 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 7.73 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.94 mg Low Source
- Potassium 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.94 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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