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Cornish Hens: Little Birds with BIG Flavor

December 22, 2011 by Dishesbymichelle Leave a Comment

There’s just something so different and delicious about a roasted Cornish Hen compared to a regular roasted chicken.

Now, don’t get me wrong,  a roasted chicken done the right way can be moist and tasty, but a Cornish Hen just has a little bit more to offer… even though it’s less in size!  I like to think of them as little birds with BIG flavor! 

They’re perfect for a warm and tasty winter dinner.  And my kids love them – they’re chickens that are just their size!

Cornish Hens.  Delicious.  Plump.  Juicy.  Little birds that are simply delectable. 

Oven Roasted Cornish Hen

Ingredients

  • 2 Cornish Hens
  • 2 Medium sized potatoes, sliced on a bias
  • 1 Carrot, quartered
  • A handful of mushrooms
  • Dried thyme
  • Poultry seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • A drizzle of olive oil

 

Directions

Place sliced potatoes on an oven-proof dish that’s been sprayed with non-stick spray. Arrange in one layer. 

Place Cornish Hens on top and put carrot and mushrooms inside. Drizzle olive oil over both birds and potatoes. Sprinkle thyme, salt & pepper, poultry seasoning on top.

Put in a 400 degree oven covered for 1 hour.  Uncover for last 30 minutes to allow the hen to turn golden brown.

Mushroom Wild Rice

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup wild rice
  • ½ Cup long grain white rice
  • 4-5 Mushrooms, chopped fine
  • 1 Shallot, diced fine (small onion will do) 
  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 Cups chicken stock
  • 1 Cup water

 

Directions

Sauté mushrooms and shallot in the butter in a medium sized sauté pan. Add rice and combine thoroughly.  Add all liquid.  Bring to a boil and then cover and reduce the heat down to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes on low.

Yum!

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About Dishesbymichelle

As a Chef from the prestigious California Culinary Academy, the always-dynamic Chef Michelle Karam has always had a passion for great food and the generosity to share her recipes with others. As a busy mom, she understands that so many women are juggling careers, family & household, so she gladly reveals her secrets of the kitchen for fast, healthy meals that even the pickiest of eaters will love
Michelle Karam is the featured chef on ehow.com where she has completed over 60 featured segments that teach and show how to make delicious meals and desserts with a no stress attitude! She also is featured on Targets Holiday Solutions 2010 & Pier 1 Imports.In addition to her many on-camera appearances, Michelle has guest hosts a radio show for the Santa Barbara News Press, which discusses local restaurants, reviews and recipes.
To learn more about Michelle or see all of her shows and segments please go to www.dishesbymichelle.com

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