Roasted Holiday Game Hens Recipe

Name: Roasted Holiday Game Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pound Baby Potatoes, Halved If Larger Than 2 Inches Long; 1 pound Carrots Cut Into 1 Inch Chunks; 1 whole Large Onion, Cut Into 8 Wedges; 1 Tablespoon Oil; 1 stick Softened Butter; 1 whole Lemon, Zested; 6 whole Sprigs Of Thyme, Leaves Removed; 2 sprigs Rosemary, Leaves Removed; 1 Tablespoon Chopped Parsley; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; Salt And Pepper; 2 whole Cornish Game Hens, Halved By Your Butcher

Servings: persons

1-1/2 pound Baby Potatoes, Halved If Larger Than 2 Inches Long
1 pound Carrots Cut Into 1 Inch Chunks
1 whole Large Onion, Cut Into 8 Wedges
1 Tablespoon Oil
1 stick Softened Butter
1 whole Lemon, Zested
6 whole Sprigs Of Thyme, Leaves Removed
2 sprigs Rosemary, Leaves Removed
1 Tablespoon Chopped Parsley
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
Salt And Pepper
2 whole Cornish Game Hens, Halved By Your Butcher

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and place a rack in the upper middle position.
2
In a 9 X 13 baking dish, place the potatoes, carrots and onion. Toss with 1 Tablespoon of oil and salt and pepper to taste.
3
In a small bowl, mix together the butter, lemon zest, fresh herbs and garlic with a fork. Set aside.
4
Pat the game hens dry with a paper towel, then rub the herb butter over the game hens coating on all sides. Salt and pepper liberally and lay all four pieces on top of the veggies.
5
Roast for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and baste with the liquids in the bottom of the pan. Then continue to roast for another 20 minutes, until the juices run clear when pricked with a fork. Allow the hens to rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.

520

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1-1/2 pound Baby Potatoes, Halved If Larger Than 2 Inches Long, 1 pound Carrots Cut Into 1 Inch Chunks, 1 whole Large Onion, Cut Into 8 Wedges, 1 Tablespoon Oil, and more.

Yes, Roasted Holiday Game 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.

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Roasted Holiday Game Hens

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