Maple Glazed Oven Roasted Cornish Hen: Juicy and Irresistible Recipe
Learn how to make a delicious maple glazed oven roasted Cornish hen that is juicy and full of flavor. Perfect for special occasions!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 Cornish hens
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the Cornish hens with olive oil and pour the maple mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Place the hens in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Baste the hens with the juices every 20 minutes for maximum flavor.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For an extra crispy skin, broil the hens for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Allow the hens to marinate in the glaze for a few hours for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg