Cornish Game Hens Under A Brick – a delicious recipe with Garlic Oil, garlic, olive oil, bay leaves, black peppercorns, Cornish Hen. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
General
Servings:persons
1
Garlic Oil: Gently heat garlic and oil in a small saucepan for 5 minutes, until bubbles form on top; turn heat off and add bay leaves and peppercorns.
2
Steep and cool; can be kept, refrigerated, for 2 weeks.
3
Cornish Hen: Cut the hen along its backbone with kitchen shears; butterfly with hands; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4
In a nonstick skillet large enough to hold the flattened hen, heat the oil over medium heat; add the hen, skin side down and weight down evenly with an aluminum foil-wrapped brick.
5
Cook, turning every 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; remove hen to serving plate (s).
6
Pour the wine into the skillet, add the thyme and reduce over high heat, scraping up browned bits, until thickened; pour over hen and serve immediately, drizzling with Garlic Oil if desired.
1824
kcal
Calories
122
g
Fat
169
g
Carbs
30
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Garlic Oil, 16 garlic cloves, peeled, 2 cups olive oil, 2 bay leaves, and more.
Yes, Cornish Game Hens Under A Brick falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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