Cherry-Balsamic Cornish Hen with Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
23%
Cherry-Balsamic Cornish Hen with Rice
70 min.
2
967kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Cherry-Balsamic Cornish Hen with Rice, a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal choice for a romantic dinner or a special lunch with a loved one.

The star of this dish is the tender Cornish game hen, which is marinated in a luscious cherry preserves and balsamic vinegar glaze. As it bakes, the hen becomes beautifully caramelized, while the rich aroma fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to the table. Paired with a seasoned long-grain and wild rice mix, studded with dried cherries and slivered almonds, this meal offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more.

Ready in just 70 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those who want to impress without spending all day in the kitchen. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein and healthy fats, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a gourmet meal at home, our Cherry-Balsamic Cornish Hen with Rice is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Dive into this delicious adventure and savor every bite!

Ingredients

  • 24 oz cornish game hens 
  • oz seasoned rice vinegar long-grain wild
  • 0.3 cup cherries dried
  • tablespoons slivered almonds 
  • 1.5 cups water 
  • 0.5 teaspoon highest available proof grain spirit 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup smucker's cherry preserves 
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • kitchen scissors
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F.
  2. Remove and discard neck and giblets from game hen. With kitchen scissors, cut game hen in half.
  3. In ungreased 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish, combine rice with seasoning from package, cherries, almonds and water; mix well. Top with game hen halves, skin side up; sprinkle with garlic-pepper blend and salt.
  4. In small bowl, combine preserves and vinegar; mix well.
  5. Brush about half of mixture over game hen halves. Cover with foil.
  6. Bake covered at 375°F. for 30 minutes.
  7. Uncover baking dish; brush game hen halves with remaining preserves mixture.
  8. Bake uncovered an additional 25 to 30 minutes or until game hen is fork-tender and juices run clear, and rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories967kcal
Protein26.87%
Fat52.98%
Carbs20.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
110.5
Glycemic Load
17.84
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
27.11565198069%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.37mg
Catechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin
0.39mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:967.36kcal
48.37%
Fat:55.22g
84.96%
Saturated Fat:13.81g
86.31%
Carbohydrates:47.26g
15.75%
Net Carbohydrates:43.41g
15.79%
Sugar:31.57g
35.07%
Cholesterol:343.6mg
114.53%
Sodium:528.72mg
22.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:63.01g
126.02%
Vitamin B3:19.95mg
99.74%
Selenium:42.07µg
60.1%
Phosphorus:568.27mg
56.83%
Vitamin B6:1.04mg
51.87%
Vitamin B2:0.78mg
46.17%
Vitamin E:4.85mg
32.36%
Zinc:4.52mg
30.13%
Potassium:970.48mg
27.73%
Magnesium:110.17mg
27.54%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.95%
Vitamin B5:2.16mg
21.64%
Iron:3.83mg
21.28%
Copper:0.41mg
20.4%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.15%
Vitamin B12:1.12µg
18.71%
Vitamin A:905.67IU
18.11%
Fiber:3.84g
15.38%
Calcium:115.09mg
11.51%
Vitamin K:8.19µg
7.8%
Vitamin C:5.44mg
6.6%
Folate:22.65µg
5.66%