Orange-Tarragon Roasted Cornish Game Hens

A deliciously juicy dish featuring cornish game hens roasted with orange and tarragon.

Ingredients

  • Cornish game hens (2 pieces)
  • Orange juice (0.5 cup)
  • Dried tarragon (1 tablespoon)
  • Garlic (3 cloves)
  • Salt (1.5 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper (0.5 teaspoon)
  • Butter (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix the orange juice, garlic, tarragon, salt, pepper, and melted butter together.
  3. Place the Cornish game hens in a roasting pan and brush them with the orange mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting occasionally with the pan juices.
  5. Once done, remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

(*Nutrition data is approximate and may vary depending on the brand and type of ingredients used.)

  • kcal: 500
  • fat: 25 g
  • sats: 10 g
  • carbs: 10 g
  • fibre: 1 g
  • protein: 60 g
  • salt: 1.5 g