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Stuffed Cornish Game Hens

A delicious and impressive dish featuring tender Cornish game hens stuffed with a savory rice mixture, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 367
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the stuffing
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion Chopped until soft
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery Chopped until soft
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries Adds sweetness
  • 1/4 cup almonds, chopped Can substitute with other nuts
  • 2 tablespoons butter For sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon salt To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Can substitute with fresh thyme
For the Cornish Game Hens
  • 2 Cornish game hens

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and celery until they become soft and translucent.
  3. In a bowl, combine the cooked rice, sautéed onions and celery, dried cranberries, chopped almonds, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix well.
  4. Stuff each Cornish game hen with the rice mixture, packing it tightly but not too tightly.
Cooking
  1. Place the hens in a baking dish and cover them with foil.
  2. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  3. Let the hens rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. For a festive touch, add cranberry sauce or serve with a slice of homemade bread.