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Thai Hens Recipe

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From Kikkoman International Inc.

Teriyaki sauce, garlic, cayenne pepper, and cilantro give these rock Cornish hens an Asian influence. Plan ahead to marinate 8 hours or overnight before beginning. You may also try this method on standard chicken parts.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

  • 3 rock Cornish hens, fresh or frozen, (about 1-1/2 pounds each)
  • 1/2 cup Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon grated lemon peel
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, pressed
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
  • 1 Tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Preparation:

Split rock Cornish hens lengthwise. Rinse halves; drain and pat dry.

Combine teriyaki sauce, lemon peel, lemon juice, garlic, and cayenne pepper. Pour over halves in large plastic bag. Press air out of bag; close top securely. Turn bag over several times to coat halves. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight, turning bag over occasionally.

Reserving marinade, place hens on rack of broiler pan. Broil about 7 inches from heat 45 to 50 minutes, or until tender; turn over frequently and brush with reserved marinade. Remove to serving platter; immediately sprinkle with cilantro.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Recipe Source: Kikkoman International Inc.
Reprinted with permission.

User Reviews

 4 out of 5
With a little adjustment, FABULOUS!, Member Micheleflores

I made these for our local Fire Department, the guys went NUTS I did, however make some adjustments. You say to broil them for 45-50 minute, no way, they would BURN! I had DH grill them. I also took some of the ingredients and messed around with them, adding honey & Siracha instead of Teriyaki sauce. (I know Kikkoman is sponsor) I have some in the oven right now, but not broiling. It is a recipe I use over & over, I post pics on Face book when I do make it, & folks say ""YUMMY"" Good stuff here!

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