Brandy-Orange Barbecued Hens

1 hours Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 1 hours

178 calories per serving view nutrition facts

2 servings suggest servings

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Ingredients

2	each	cornish game hens
1	tablespoon	vegetable oil
2	tablespoons	lemon juice	divided
1/4	teaspoon	ginger	divided
1	x	salt and black pepper	to taste
1/4	cup	orange marmalade
1	tablespoon	brandy

Directions

Prepare covered outdoor grill for cooking at least 1/2 hour before grilling. Rinse hens and pat dry; with kitchen string tie drunsticks together. Rub hens with oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon ginger and salt and pepper to taste.

In a small bowl, combine marmalade, brandy, and remaining ginger, set aside. Grill, covered, 5-6 inches over medium-hot coals 50-60 minutes. After 40 minutes, brush hens with brandy-orange sauce. Cook until juices run clear when thigh is pierced, basting 3 to 4 times.

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Poultry

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 72g

Amount per Serving

Calories 178 30% of calories from fat

	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.0g	9%
Saturated Fat 1.0g	4%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 23mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 28.0g	9%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g	1%
Sugars 24.0g
Protein 0.0g	0%

Vitamin A	1%		Vitamin C	15%
Calcium	2%		Iron	0%

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

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