Deviled Game Hens

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
19%
Deviled Game Hens
45 min.
6
633kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful and impressive centerpiece for your next gathering, look no further than these Deviled Game Hens! Perfectly seasoned and packed with flavor, this dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also caters to a variety of dietary needs, including being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Whether you’re planning a lunch with friends or a cozy dinner with family, these game hens will elevate your meal experience.

These tender and juicy Cornish game hens, marinated with a blend of fresh rosemary and a touch of spice, are sure to satisfy your cravings. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a sophisticated and mouthwatering dish that highlights the natural flavors of the hens. The combination of frying and roasting not only locks in moisture but also gives the skin a perfectly crispy texture that’s hard to resist.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving six, this dish is both practical and elegant. Impress your guests with a gourmet meal that’s straightforward enough for even beginner cooks to tackle. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to serve a dish that blends great taste with incredible presentation — your dinner table will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 3.8 pound cornish game hens halved
  • tablespoon rosemary leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoon pepper dried red crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • pot

Directions

  1. Pat hens dry with paper towels.
  2. Place on baking sheet.
  3. Mix oil, red pepper and rosemary in bowl. Rub all over hens.
  4. Let stand 1 hour at room temperature.
  5. Heat 2 heavy large skillets over medium-high heat.
  6. Sprinkle hens with salt.
  7. Add 3 hen halves, skin side down, to each skillet.
  8. Place 1 heavy large pot atop hens in each skillet.
  9. Place weights (such as several bricks or rocks) in each pot. Cook until juices run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced, about 18 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories633kcal
Protein31.45%
Fat68.08%
Carbs0.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
18.294347985931%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:633.07kcal
31.65%
Fat:46.96g
72.24%
Saturated Fat:12.04g
75.23%
Carbohydrates:0.73g
0.24%
Net Carbohydrates:0.22g
0.08%
Sugar:0.1g
0.11%
Cholesterol:286.33mg
95.44%
Sodium:195.03mg
8.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:48.81g
97.62%
Vitamin B3:16.25mg
81.23%
Selenium:33.72µg
48.18%
Vitamin B6:0.87mg
43.27%
Phosphorus:401.11mg
40.11%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.12%
Zinc:3.32mg
22.14%
Potassium:697.35mg
19.92%
Vitamin B5:1.74mg
17.41%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.59%
Vitamin E:2.31mg
15.4%
Vitamin A:711.25IU
14.23%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.03%
Iron:2.5mg
13.91%
Magnesium:53.32mg
13.33%
Vitamin K:12.43µg
11.84%
Copper:0.15mg
7.66%
Calcium:36.71mg
3.67%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.56%
Folate:9.24µg
2.31%
Fiber:0.51g
2.04%
Vitamin C:1.5mg
1.82%
Source:Epicurious