Cornish Game Hens with Curry Apricot Glaze

Elevate your dinner table with these succulent Cornish Game Hens with Curry Apricot Glaze—a dish that combines the tender juiciness of perfectly roasted game hens with the bold, exotic flavors of a sweet and savory curry-infused apricot glaze. This recipe is a celebration of balance, where fruity apricot preserves harmonize beautifully with aromatic curry powder, fresh ginger, and garlic, creating a golden glaze that caramelizes to perfection in the oven. Easy to prepare and packed with gourmet flair, it’s ideal for special occasions or an impressive weeknight treat. Garnished with vibrant cilantro and ready in just over an hour, these hens are best paired with roasted vegetables or fluffy wild rice for a complete, satisfying meal. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a new way to enjoy poultry, this recipe delivers unforgettable flavor with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Cornish game hens
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Apricot preserves
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons Curry powder
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Rinse the Cornish game hens thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Season the hens inside and out with salt and black pepper. Rub the skin with 1 tablespoon of olive oil per hen.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, combine the apricot preserves, soy sauce, curry powder, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, and water. Heat over medium heat and stir until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Place the hens in a roasting pan with a rack to allow air circulation underneath.

Step 6

Using a pastry brush, coat each hen generously with the curry apricot glaze.

Step 7

Roast the hens in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the hens with the glaze every 15-20 minutes as they cook.

Step 8

If the skin is browning too quickly, tent the hens with aluminum foil for the remainder of the cooking process.

Step 9

Remove the hens from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or wild rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1256.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2642.7

Total Fat 138.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 800mg	0%
Sodium 5023.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 88.2g
Protein 232.0g	0%

Vitamin D 100IU	0%
Calcium 174.3mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 2312.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 14.5%