PISTACHIO CRUSTED CORNISH GAME HENS

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A plump juicy game hen crusted with pistachios and parmesan cheese. I like to stuff mine with Stovetop sourdough bread stuffing as well. I've noticed that when stuffed, the birds stay much more moist.

Provided by Heirloom

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 Cornish hen
1/3 cup pistachios, shelled
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, fresh grated
1 tablespoon butter, melted
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a food processor crush pistachios until crumb-like.
  • Mix grated parmesan cheese and pistachios in a small bowl.
  • In an 8 x 8 casserole dish baste the game hen with the melted butter.
  • Pat the pistachio mixture onto the bird, covering entirely.
  • Bake at 350°F for 1 hr 10 minutes.
  • Internal temperature of bird should be 175-180°F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.5, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 135, Sodium 313.5, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 33

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