Description
Cider Maple Oven Roasted Cornish Hen offers a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any gathering. This dish features juicy, tender meat coated in a luscious glaze made from apple cider and pure maple syrup, creating an inviting aroma that fills your kitchen with warmth and comfort. Ideal for holidays or cozy family dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens (about 1.5 lbs each)
- 1 cup apple cider (freshly pressed)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (cut into small pats)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the Cornish hens under cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together apple cider, maple syrup, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Place the hens in a roasting pan and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Place butter pats under the skin of each hen for added moisture.
- Roast for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), basting occasionally.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cornish hen (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg