Orange-Honey Glazed Cornish Game Hens
Orange-Honey Glazed Cornish Game Hens balance citrus brightness with a gentle sweetness, while soy sauce adds a subtle savory depth to the glossy glaze. The hens roast up tender and juicy with a lacquered finish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner or a small holiday gathering. Serve this dish when you want something special yet approachable, with flavors that feel both comforting and fresh.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
Arrange the game hen halves, skin side up, in a 9x13-inch roasting pan.
- 3
Roast the hens in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
- 4
Mix the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and vinegar in a small bowl; brush the mixture over the hens.
- 5
Roast the hens for 5 more minutes and baste again with the orange juice mixture.
- 6
Continue roasting until the skin is browned and the meat is no longer pink inside, about 10 more minutes.
- Calories 309.02 kcal Moderate
- Protein 26.35 g Good Source
- Carbs 10.67 g Moderate
- Total Fat 18.6 g High
- Saturated Fat 5.31 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 172.55 mg High
- Sodium 564.26 mg High
- Fiber 0.0 g Low Source
- Sugar 9.4 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 1.45 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.5 mg Low Source
- Potassium 28.99 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 3.46 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.
- Citrus 🍊
- Soy 🌱