Herb-Roasted Cornish Game Hen

This is an elegant dish that's easy to prepare, even easier to cook and delicious. The herb-butter give these little birds a bright and herbaceous taste while keeping the meat moist and flavorful.

Total Time

1hr 30min

4.6

5 Ratings

Author: Hapa Nom Nom

Servings:

Ingredients

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Cornish Game Hens

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2 pieces

Fresh Rosemary

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4 pieces

Fresh Thyme

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4 Tbsp

Fresh Parsley

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4 cloves

Garlic

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Lemon , juiced

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4 Tbsp

Unsalted Butter

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to taste

Salt

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to taste

Ground Black Pepper

Cooking Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Remove the giblets and pat the Cornish Game Hens (2) dry.

In a food processor, combine the Fresh Rosemary (2 pieces) , Fresh Thyme (4 pieces) , Fresh Parsley (4 Tbsp) , Garlic (4 cloves) , Lemon (1) , Unsalted Butter (4 Tbsp) , Salt (to taste) and Ground Black Pepper (to taste) . Blend until fully incorporated.

Using your fingers, carefully separate the skin from the breasts. Place a tablespoon of the herb-butter mixture over the breasts and rub to spread.

Using kitchen twine, tie up the hens legs and tail; then tie the wings to the body. Rub the remaining herb-butter mixture over the birds.

Place the hens on a baking sheet, breast side up, and cook for 50 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).

Transfer the hens to a platter and tent with aluminum foil for 15 minutes before serving.

Serve the Cornish Game Hens whole.

Nutrition Per Serving

CALORIES

694

FAT

55.0 g

PROTEIN

40.4 g

CARBS

12.4 g