For extra crispy skin, pat the hens completely dry with paper towels before seasoning and roasting. Don't overcrowd the pan, so the hens roast properly. If the garlic begins to brown too quickly, add 1/4 cup of water to the pan. Resting the hens is crucial for tender, juicy meat. Be sure to tent them loosely with foil to keep them warm without steaming the skin.
Cornish Game Hens with Garlic and Rosemary
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING4 People
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These Cornish game hens are infused with the aromatic essence of garlic and rosemary, then roasted to golden-brown perfection. A simple yet elegant dish, ideal for an intimate gathering or a festive holiday meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate10 g
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Cholesterol340 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein59 g
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Saturated Fat15 g
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Sodium1383 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat58 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Prepare and Preheat: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Season the Hens: Rub the Cornish hens with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stuff each cavity with a lemon quarter and a rosemary sprig. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View First Roast: Place the hens in a heavy-bottomed roasting pan. Scatter the garlic cloves around the hens. Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. (25 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Prepare the Basting Liquid: While the hens are roasting, whisk together the white wine, chicken broth, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small bowl. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Second Roast and Baste: Remove the hens from the oven. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Pour the wine mixture over the hens. Return the hens to the oven and continue roasting, basting with the pan juices every 10 minutes, until they are golden brown and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork, approximately 25 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh should register 165°F (74°C). (25 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Rest: Transfer the hens to a serving platter. Pour any juices from the cavity into the roasting pan. Discard the lemons and rosemary from the cavity. Tent the hens loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest for 10 minutes. (10 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Make the Sauce: Transfer the pan juices and roasted garlic cloves to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the sauce has reduced slightly and thickened, about 6 minutes. (6 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Serve: Spoon the sauce and roasted garlic cloves over the hens. Garnish with the remaining fresh rosemary sprigs and serve immediately.
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Earl Cruickshank
May 12, 2025Basting the hens every 10 minutes makes all the difference. They come out so moist and flavorful.
Sasha Smitham
Apr 1, 2025The roasted garlic is so sweet and tender. It's the perfect complement to the hens.
Anabelle Hoeger
Oct 19, 2024This recipe is a showstopper! The garlic and rosemary infuse the hens with incredible flavor.
Fay Mertz
Jan 9, 2024Easy to follow and the results are restaurant-quality. Highly recommended!
Prudence Bogan
Sep 30, 2023I added a splash of lemon juice to the sauce for extra zing. Delicious!
Claire Weissnat
Aug 16, 2022I made this for Thanksgiving, and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a new family favorite!
Jaiden Konopelski
Dec 8, 2021The white wine sauce is divine! I used a Chardonnay, and it added a lovely richness.
Flavio Tromp
Sep 7, 2021My family loved this recipe! The hens were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was amazing.