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Golden roasted Barefoot Contessa Cornish Hen served on a platter with herbs.

Barefoot Contessa Cornish Hen Recipe

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Make this elegant Barefoot Contessa Cornish Hen recipe at home! Juicy, tender, and perfectly roasted with fresh herbs and citrus, it’s ideal for special dinners or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients 

  • 2 Cornish hens,
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest, grated
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice,
  • 1 tablespoon rosemary, diced
  • 1 lemon, halved

Instructions

  • Pat 2 Cornish hens dry with paper towels.
  • Rub the hens all over with 1 teaspoon Kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper .
  • In a small bowl, mix o1/3 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon garlic, grated 2 teaspoons lemon zest, f1/3 cup lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon rosemary.
  • Rub the mixture all over the hens, making sure to coat evenly. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for a few hours for deeper flavor.
  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Place the hens on a roasting pan. Halve 1 lemon and place inside each hen. Roast for 45–55 minutes, or until the skin is golden and the juices run clear.
  • Remove hens from the oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 627kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 39gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 27gCholesterol: 227mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 607mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 268IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 2mg