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POULTRY RECIPE

Roasted Cornish Hens Recipe

Easy roasted Cornish Hens Stuffed With Goat Cheese and Scallions

Roasted Cornish Hens Recipe
Prep: 20 min   •   Cook: 45 min   •   Total: 65 minYield: 4 Servings
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Whatever the season, the smell of roasted chicken and herbs will always bring everyone back to your kitchen for a good evening dinner! We made this recipe not too heavy by roasting Cornish hens instead of a whole chicken, so everyone can have every part of the bird! No more jealousy! Of course, you can use a chicken if you cannot find Cornish hens easily. Perfect for an outdoor dinner, enjoy these Cornish hens with a fresh glass of rosé wine.

Christina Cherrier
by Christina Cherrier
Christina Cherrier

Christina Cherrier is a recipe developer and editor for Eatwell101 since 2011. She specializes in savory recipes, quick dinner options, and holiday menus. She is a professionally trained cook and worked as a consultant in the hospitality industry.

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Updated Sep 4, 2025

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Ingredient list for the Roasted Cornish Hens

  • 4 Cornish Hens
  • 2 fresh goat cheeses
  • 2 bunches of spring onions
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 5 cloves of garlic
  • Thyme and rosemary
  • Salt and pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Crush and knead goat cheese with spring onions, cut into small pieces, crumble a little thyme over, and add salt and pepper.

2. Stuff the Cornish hens and align them into a rectangular baking dish.

3. Drizzle the poultry with olive oil and honey.

4. Sprinkle with thyme and rosemary.

5. Arrange the whole garlic cloves around and add a little water to the bottom of the baking dish.

6. Bake the Cornish hens in the oven for 45 minutes at 360°F (180°C), until they are golden.

7. Halfway through cooking, add the remaining spring onions — lightly salted — alongside the Cornish hens. Serve directly from the dish. Enjoy!

Note:

Serves 4

Preparation time: 20 min

Cooking time: 45 min to 1 hr, depending on the size and number of Cornish hens (or chicken)

Oven baked chicken recipe ideasPhoto credit: © Eatwell101.com

(Photo by : Eleonora Grosjean)

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