Skillet Roasted Game Hens W Fingerlings and Sprouts

Elevate your next dinner with this rustic yet elegant Skillet Roasted Game Hens with Fingerlings and Sprouts recipe. Perfectly golden Cornish game hens are seasoned with fragrant rosemary, thyme, and lemon, then seared to perfection before roasting alongside tender fingerling potatoes and caramelized Brussels sprouts. The entire dish is cooked in a single oven-safe skillet, allowing the flavors to mingle beautifully as the hens roast with garlic, butter, and herbs. With a prep time of only 20 minutes and simple instructions, this all-in-one dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it straight from the skillet for a stunning, family-style presentation, and savor the rich pan drippings that bring everything together. Keywords: skillet roasted game hens, fingerling potatoes, Brussels sprouts recipe, one-pan chicken dinner, Cornish hens with herbs, oven-roasted skillet meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole Cornish game hens
• 1.5 pounds Fingerling potatoes
• 1 pound Brussels sprouts
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 6 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme
• 1 whole Lemon
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Rinse the game hens under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season the cavities and skins of the hens with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper each.

Step 3

Slice the lemon in half. Place half a lemon, a sprig of rosemary, and a sprig of thyme inside each hen cavity.

Step 4

Trim the stems of the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half. Set aside.

Step 5

Cut the fingerling potatoes into halves lengthwise, or quarters if they are large.

Step 6

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the game hens breast-side down for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip them breast-side up and remove them from the skillet temporarily.

Step 7

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet, then toss in the fingerling potatoes and Brussels sprouts. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Nestle the hens on top of the vegetables.

Step 8

Smash the garlic cloves slightly with the flat side of a knife. Distribute the smashed garlic and remaining rosemary and thyme sprigs around the skillet.

Step 9

Dot the hens and vegetables with small pieces of butter. Place the skillet in the preheated oven.

Step 10

Roast for 40-50 minutes, or until the hens reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast and thigh.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the hens to rest for 5-10 minutes.

Step 12

Slice the hens in half or quarters and serve alongside the roasted fingerlings and Brussels sprouts. Spoon any pan drippings over the top for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2311.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3445.2

Total Fat 190.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 862mg	0%
Sodium 5512.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 261.9g	0%

Vitamin D 100IU	0%
Calcium 428.4mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 5799.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.9%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 19.7%