Herb-Stuffed Roasted Cornish Hens Recipe

Name: Herb-Stuffed Roasted Cornish Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each); 12 fresh sage leaves; 4 lemon wedges; 6 green onions, cut into 2-inch lengths, divided; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper; 6 small red potatoes, halved

Servings: persons

2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)
12 fresh sage leaves
4 lemon wedges
6 green onions, cut into 2-inch lengths, divided
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
6 small red potatoes, halved

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0. Gently lift skin from hen breasts and place sage leaves under skin. Place lemon wedges and a third of the onions in the cavities. Tuck wings under hens; tie legs together. Place in a small greased roasting pan.
2
Combine butter, oil, lemon juice and garlic; spoon half of mixture over hens. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3
Bake 30 minutes. Add potatoes and remaining onions to pan. Brush hens with remaining butter mixture. Bake 40-45 minutes longer or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170u00b0-175u00b0 and potatoes are tender.
4
Remove hens to a serving platter. Stir potatoes and onions to coat with pan drippings. Serve with hens.

360

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), 12 fresh sage leaves, 4 lemon wedges, 6 green onions, cut into 2-inch lengths, divided, and more.

Yes, Herb-Stuffed Roasted Cornish Hens 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.

Herb-Stuffed Roasted Cornish Hens

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