Cornish Hens Stroganoff

Directions

1. 1
   Wash hen pieces, pat dry.
2. 2
   Place salt, pepper, and 3 tablespoons of the flour in a plastic or paper bag.
3. 3
   Put hen pieces in bag and shake to coat.
4. 4
   In a large frying pan, melt butter over moderate heat.
5. 5
   Add hen pieces and cook, turning, until browned all over; about 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.
7. 7
   With tongs, remove to a serving platter and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
8. 8
   Add scallions and mushrooms to frying pan.
9. 9
   Increase heat to moderately high and saute until tender.
10. 10
    Remove from pan with a slotted spoon and set aside.
11. 11
    Reduce heat to moderate.
12. 12
    Add remaining 2 tablespoons of flour and the paprika to pan drippings.
13. 13
    Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
14. 14
    Slowly stir in chicken broth, blending until smooth.
15. 15
    Bring to a boil and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 2 minutes.
16. 16
    Reduce heat and stir in sour cream until blended: do not boil.
17. 17
    Pour over hens.