Cornish hens with caramelized apricots is a luxurious Moroccan delicacy that is often featured on the menu during special occasions such as weddings, engagement ceremonies, and Eids.

The cornish hens dish is yet another Moroccan recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors. The chicken (the savory part), is marinated in warm spices, and cooked until it’s fall-of-the-bone tender. Then it is slathered with butter and baked to achieve that classic golden-brown look. The onion heavy sauce that bathed the chicken while it cooked is cooked off further to become a delicious thick gravy, and spooned over the golden chicken.

The sweet part of this recipe comes from the dried apricots, which are rehydrated in water, then caramelized with honey and cinnamon, before being placed on top of the chicken and the sauce. The dish is then decorated with fried almonds and walnuts, for a final touch of opulence.

This dish is a labor of love that requires multiple cooking steps, but it is sure to amaze anyone who tries it! Serve it with Moroccan salads and bread, and enjoy! Special tools / ingredients: All ingredients are easily available in supermarkets or online stores. You can also find all the essentials of Moroccan cuisine in the Flavors of Morocco Amazon store.You do not need special tools or dishes to prepare this recipe.