Cran-Orange Glazed Cornish Hen
Juicy Cornish hens glazed with tangy cranberry sauce and bright orange peel create a festive, flavorful dish perfect for special occasions or family dinners.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Place hens, breast side up, in a roasting pan.
- Rub hens evenly with pepper.
- Roast about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium heat, cook cranberry sauce, orange peel, and garlic for about 3 minutes until the cranberry sauce melts.
- Brush hens evenly with the cranberry-orange sauce.
- Continue to roast for 15 minutes longer until hens are tender.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
168
kcal
8% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
Under 400 cal
Low-fat
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).