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Truffle Herb Butter Cornish Hens

Truffle Herb Butter Cornish Hens

Truffle Herb Butter Cornish Hens are a sophisticated holiday dish that elevates your dining experience with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 2 hens
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hens
  • 1.5 lbs Cornish Hens About 1-½ lbs each
  • 1 whole Lemon Cut into quarters
For the Vegetables
  • 1-2 medium Yellow Onions Quartered
  • 3 whole Carrots Peeled and chopped
  • 1 lbs Baby Gold Yukon Potatoes Halved
For the Herb Butter Mixture
  • 1 bunch Fresh Rosemary
  • 1 bunch Fresh Thyme
  • 1 tbsp Minced Rosemary
  • 1 tbsp Minced Tarragon
  • 10 sprigs Thyme Sprigs
  • 6 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder
For the Flavor Boost
  • Cracked Black Pepper To taste
  • 2 tbsp Truffle Oil Olive oil can be substituted
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Melted
For Moisture and Flavor
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Stock
  • 0.5 cup White Wine

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Kitchen twine

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a roasting pan.
  2. Rinse the Cornish hens under cold water and pat them dry. Tuck the wings back and tie the drumsticks.
  3. Line the pan with onions, carrots, and potatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Combine the herb mixture ingredients in a bowl. Slowly stir in truffle oil and melted butter.
  5. Coat each hen with the herb butter mixture and place them on top of the vegetables. Pour chicken stock and white wine around them.
  6. Bake for 55-65 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove from oven and let the hens rest for 10-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1henCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 50gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer for precise cooking and let the herb butter sit for more flavor if time allows. You can swap vegetables based on preference.

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