For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of dry white wine or chicken broth to the bottom of the baking dish before covering with foil. To ensure even cooking, use an oven thermometer to monitor the internal temperature of the hens. The thickest part of the thigh should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). If the hens start to brown too quickly during the final browning stage, you can loosely tent them with foil to prevent burning.
Baked Cornish Game Hens
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS415
Delight in the exquisite flavors of these perfectly roasted Cornish game hens, each cradling a savory medley of garden vegetables and aromatic herbs. A simple yet elegant dish, ideal for intimate gatherings or a special family dinner. Serve alongside roasted potatoes or a fresh green salad for a complete and memorable meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate5 g
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Cholesterol167 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat25 g
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Sodium421 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat45 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of the melted butter with the chopped onion, celery, green bell pepper, mushrooms, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, and fresh parsley. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Generously season the cavity and the outside skin of each Cornish hen with salt and freshly ground black pepper. (2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Stuff each hen with an equal amount of the vegetable mixture. Be sure to pack the stuffing firmly, but not so tightly that it prevents even cooking. (8 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Place the stuffed hens breast-side up in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup of melted butter evenly over the hens. (2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours. (90 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Continue baking until the skin is golden brown and crispy, about 10-15 minutes. (10-15 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Remove the hens from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird. (10 minutes)
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Deshaun Koelpin
Jun 12, 2025This recipe was fantastic! The hens came out perfectly juicy and the stuffing was so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Nakia Wintheiser
Oct 28, 2024I made this for a small dinner party and everyone raved about it. It looked beautiful on the table!
Carmela Cole
Oct 5, 2024Next time, I might add some cranberries to the stuffing for a bit of sweetness.
Amber Schulist
Jul 7, 2024I added a bit of thyme to the vegetable mixture and it was a great addition. My family loved it!
Glennie Corkery
Sep 2, 2023These were so much easier to make than I thought they would be! A real crowd-pleaser.
Tom Spinka
Jul 1, 2023The stuffing is really versatile. I used what veggies I had on hand and it still tasted great.
Lafayette Goodwin
Jun 3, 2023I found that the hens browned a bit too quickly at 500 degrees, so I lowered the temperature to 450 and it worked perfectly.
Kieran Windler
Jan 21, 2023The instructions were easy to follow and the cooking time was spot on. Thank you for sharing this recipe!