ROASTED GUINEA HEN
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories dinner, weekday, sauces and gravies, main course
Time 1h
Yield Enough for 2 for dinner and lunch the next day
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the guinea hen in an iron skillet large enough for it to fit or in a heavy roasting dish. (Enameled cast iron is best.) Using your hands, rub 2 teaspoons of the olive oil all over the bird, inside and out. Season again all over with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with thyme leaves. Scatter the garlic cloves around the pan.
- Place in the oven and roast 15 minutes. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and roast, basting every 10 minutes with pan drippings, until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reads 160 degrees; this should take 40 to 50 minutes.
- Remove the hen from the oven and transfer to a cutting board. Drain excess fat (leaving some!) from the pan and place over medium-high heat. Pour in the chicken broth. Using a wooden spoon, scrape up the pan drippings and bring to a boil. Reduce until the sauce is syrupy. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cut the hen into 6 pieces and pour the juices from the cutting board back into the sauce. Serve on a platter and pass the sauce with a big spoon.
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Waji Khan
[email protected]This is the best roasted guinea hen recipe I've ever tried. The meat was juicy and flavorful, and the crispy skin was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy way to cook guinea hen.
Ahteshamansari Ansari
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of guinea hen, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.
anthony madu
[email protected]This roasted guinea hen recipe is a winner! The meat was tender and juicy, and the crispy skin was perfection. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Coleta Tsoro
[email protected]I followed this recipe exactly and the guinea hen turned out perfectly. The meat was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side of mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family. I
Blue Purple
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook guinea hen. The meat was tender and juicy, and the crispy skin was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy way to cook guinea hen.
Raul Saavedra
[email protected]I've made this roasted guinea hen recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the crispy skin is perfection. I love that this recipe is so easy to follow, and it always turns out great.
Harry Mary
[email protected]This is the best roasted guinea hen recipe I've ever tried. The meat was juicy and flavorful, and the crispy skin was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy way to cook guinea hen.
Thembeka Xulu
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of guinea hen, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.
Murad khan Pm
[email protected]This roasted guinea hen recipe is a winner! The meat was tender and juicy, and the crispy skin was perfection. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Ahmad Saif
[email protected]I followed this recipe to the letter and the guinea hen turned out perfectly. The meat was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side of mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my fami
Barbara Cline
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The roasted guinea hen was absolutely delicious. The meat was tender and juicy, and the skin was crispy and flavorful. I loved the combination of herbs and spices. I will definitely be making this again.
Shukuran Shakeeb
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of dark meat, but I'm so glad I did! The guinea hen was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the crispy skin was to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sandesh Shree
[email protected]This is my new favorite guinea hen recipe. The combination of herbs and spices is perfect, and the roasting method results in a beautifully browned and flavorful bird. I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Positive Side
[email protected]I've never cooked guinea hen before, but this recipe made it so easy. The step-by-step instructions were clear and concise, and the end result was a delicious and impressive dish. Highly recommend!
Sasha Faith
[email protected]This roasted guinea hen recipe was a total hit! The meat was incredibly tender and juicy, and the crispy skin was perfection. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Will definitely make this again!