Roasted Game Hens With Potato Hash Recipe

Name: Roasted Game Hens With Potato Hash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided; 1/2 red bell pepper, diced; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 2 ribs celery, sliced; 1 1/2 tsp. paprika, divided; 1 1/2 tsp. minced thyme leaves or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme; 1/4 c. minced parsley, divided; 1/2 tsp. salt; black pepper, freshly ground; 1 large russet potato, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, patted dry; 1 c. chicken or vegetable broth; 2 game hens, about 1 lb. each

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
2 ribs celery, sliced
1 1/2 tsp. paprika, divided
1 1/2 tsp. minced thyme leaves or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/4 c. minced parsley, divided
1/2 tsp. salt
black pepper, freshly ground
1 large russet potato, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, patted dry
1 c. chicken or vegetable broth
2 game hens, about 1 lb. each

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
To make hash, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy skillet over high heat; add bell pepper, onion and celery.
3
Stirring often.
4
Cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
5
Add 1/2 teaspoon paprika, thyme, 2 tablespoons parsley, and salt and black pepper to taste.
6
Stir in potato.
7
Add broth; heat to boiling.
8
Lower heat to a simmer; partially cover pan.
9
Cook, turning occasionally, until potato is tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, but keep warm till ready to serve.
10
Meanwhile, cut backbone from each hen with a knife or kitchen shears.
11
Rub hens all over with remaining 1 tablespoon oil; season with remaining 1 teaspoon paprika, and salt and black pepper, to taste. Heat an ovenproof skillet over high heat; brown hens, skin side up, 3 minutes.
12
Turn; brown 2 minutes more.
13
Transfer pan to oven; place another cast-iron pan or a brick wrapped with foil on top of hens.
14
Roast 12 minutes. Remove top pan or brick.
15
Turn birds skin side up; cook until firm, evenly brown, but still moist, about 7 minutes.
16
Mound hash on each of 2 plates; place a hen on each. Garnish with remaining 2 tablespoons parsley.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided, 1/2 red bell pepper, diced, 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced, 2 ribs celery, sliced, and more.

Yes, Roasted Game Hens With Potato Hash falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Roasted Game Hens With Potato Hash

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