TASTY TARRAGON CORNISH GAME HENS

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This is a very tasty way to prepare cornish hens. It's another family favorite we've served for years. Tarragon goes so well with poultry.

Provided by Chef Fredo

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 1 hen, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
1 garlic clove
garlic salt
olive oil (or other oil)
3/4 cup butter
3/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken stock)
1 tablespoon dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Make basting sauce by melting butter in small sauce pan and stirring in wine (or broth) and tarrgon.
  • Sprinkle inside of each hen with salt, pepper, tarragon, and garlic.
  • Lightly coat outside of hen with olive (or other) oil.
  • Liberally sprinkle outside of hen with garlic salt.
  • Tie hen legs together if possible (I've also made these without doing this step).
  • Place hens in oven.
  • Let hens cook about 15 minutes before starting to use the basting sauce. After each basting, I will occasionally sprinkle more garlic salt over the hens.
  • Continue to baste hens every 15 minutes or so until done. If hen wings or top start to darken too much, cover those areas with foil.
  • When hens have finished cooking, remove to serving platter.
  • optional - I place the strained drippings in a bowl (skimming off some of the butter) and use this as a 'gravy' for the hens and any suitable rice/potato dish that may accompany them.
  • Use your meat thermometer to determine doneness as it varies according to hen weight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1400.6, Fat 138.8, SaturatedFat 87.6, Cholesterol 366, Sodium 1577.4, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.8, Protein 4

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This was my first time cooking Cornish game hens and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The hens were juicy and flavorful, and the tarragon butter was the perfect accompaniment.


Mr Bunny
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The hens were cooked perfectly and the tarragon butter was divine.


Jessica Ritchie
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I'm not a big fan of tarragon, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The tarragon flavor was subtle and didn't overpower the chicken.


Sher Brennan
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The hens were delicious! The tarragon butter was a bit too salty for my taste, but I'll definitely make this recipe again.


Oageng Ndobe
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I ended up burning the hens.


Saam Khan Official
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Easy to follow recipe. The hens were moist and flavorful. The tarragon butter was a nice touch.


Ali Rahib
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The hens were a bit dry, but the tarragon butter was delicious. I'll try this recipe again with a different cooking method.


Bhuwan Thapa Magar
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This was my first time cooking Cornish game hens and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The hens were juicy and flavorful, and the tarragon butter was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


Marwa Hussien
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I'm not a big fan of tarragon, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The tarragon flavor was subtle and didn't overpower the chicken. The hens were cooked perfectly and the skin was crispy. I'll definitely be making thi


Zoran Perovic
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The hens are cooked to perfection and the tarragon butter is divine. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


OroK Afor Betek
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a disaster. The hens were dry and tough, and the tarragon butter was bland. I won't be making this again.


Junaid melar
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This is my go-to recipe for Cornish game hens. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. The tarragon adds a subtle flavor that really complements the chicken.


Kainatt bibi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The hens are always cooked perfectly and the tarragon butter is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Paul Campbell
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This dish was absolutely delightful! The tarragon added a wonderfully unique flavor to the Cornish game hens, and the cooking method resulted in juicy, tender meat. I served it with roasted vegetables and a light white wine, and it was a perfect meal


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