Cornish Game Hen Parmesan
At a Glance
- Prep
- 15 minutes
- Cook
- 35 minutes
- Total
- 50 minutes
- Servings
- 2 serving(s)
Categories
- Main Course
- Poultry
- Oven
Dietary
- High protein
- High Protein
Allergens
- Milk
- Wheat
Servings & Nutrition
Original recipe serves 2. Current scale: 1x.
This has a tasty, lightly crisp crust and nicely thickened pan juices. Good served with braised swiss chard.
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Equipment
Sharp knife, mixing bowl, 8x8-inch baking dish, oven
Ingredients
- 1 Cornish hen
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon marjoram or 1/2 teaspoon oregano, fresh or dried
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Split the game hen in half lengthwise, using a sharp knife to cut through the breast and backbone.
Mix flour, cheese, salt and herbs.
Add olive oil and mix until a paste is formed.
Pat game hen dry.
Smear paste over skin, coating as much as possible.
Place halves in baking 8"x8" baking dish, cut side down.
Bake at 375 degrees until browned, about 35-40 minutes.
Baste 2-3 times with pan juices toward the end of cooking.
Do not overcook or meat will become dry.
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