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Savory Truffle Herb Butter Cornish Hens

Savory Truffle Herb Butter Cornish Hens for a Festive Treat

This Savory Truffle Herb Butter Cornish Hens recipe offers a delightful meal that celebrates warmth and comfort, ideal for festive gatherings.
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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: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hens
  • 2 lbs Cornish Hens Look for hens about 1-½ lbs for 1-2 servings.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds richness; olive oil can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Truffle Oil Elevates flavor; can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 whole Lemon Cut into quarters and stuffed inside for moisture.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Yellow Onions Forms the base of the roasting mix.
  • 3 medium Carrots Adds color and natural sweetness.
  • 1 lbs Baby Gold Yukon Potatoes Halved for even cooking.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Used for seasoning; melted butter can substitute.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Rosemary Fresh herb.
  • 1 tbsp Thyme Fresh herb.
  • 1 tbsp Tarragon Fresh herb.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Cracked Black Pepper Use to taste.
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock
  • 1 cup White Wine Can substitute with additional broth.

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • meat thermometer
  • mixing bowl
  • Kitchen Twine

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat your Cornish hens dry, tuck the wings, and tie drumsticks with kitchen twine.
  3. In a roasting pan, spread onions, carrots, and potatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and season.
  4. Stuff quartered lemons inside each Cornish hen.
  5. In a bowl, mix butter, truffle oil, herbs, garlic, and seasonings to make herb butter.
  6. Rub the herb butter all over each hen.
  7. Pour chicken stock and white wine into the pan.
  8. Roast hens for 55–65 minutes until they reach 165°F internally.
  9. Let the hens rest for 10–20 minutes before carving.
  10. Serve with favorite side dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1henCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 60gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure hens are dried thoroughly for crispy skin and use a thermometer for perfect doneness. Resting is key for juiciness.

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