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Roasted Cornish Hen with Seasoned Veggies

A delightful and elegant dish featuring tender Cornish hens paired with seasoned vegetables, perfect for special occasions or cozy family meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces Cornish hens
  • 4 pieces carrots, chopped
  • 4 pieces potatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the carrots and potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the Cornish hens in a roasting pan and rub them with butter, then sprinkle with rosemary, thyme, and sage.
  4. Surround the hens with seasoned veggies in the pan.
Cooking
  1. Roast in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the hens reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch, drizzle some of the pan juices over the hens and veggies before serving. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.