Apricot Ginger Game Hens

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These are wonderful to serve at a party. They look beautiful and taste even better. These should be marinated overnight; just place them into the oven before guests arrive and the work is done. Have the butcher cut the birds in half lengthwise for you, down the breast bone.

By Allrecipes Member
Published on June 18, 2020
3
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
9 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup soy sauce

  • ¼ cup apricot preserves

  • ¾ teaspoon grated fresh ginger root

  • 1 teaspoon crushed garlic

  • ½ cup white wine

  • ½ teaspoon white sugar

  • 2 Cornish game hens, halved lengthwise

Directions

  1. In shallow dish, mix the soy sauce, apricot preserves, ginger, garlic, wine, and sugar. Place the hens in the dish, and coat with the marinade. Cover, and allow to marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours, or overnight.

  2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

  3. Arrange the hen halves in a baking dish. Pour remaining marinade over the hens. Bake uncovered 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, basting frequently with the marinade, until hen juices run clear.

Note

The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

348 Calories
18g Fat
17g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 348
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g 23%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 128mg 43%
Sodium 1876mg 82%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 24g 48%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 27mg 2%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 350mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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