Cornish Hens

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 07:35:42 GMT

Step 1

1. FOR THE CHICKEN: Adjust oven rack to middle position, place 12-inch ovensafe skillet on rack, and heat oven to 450 degrees. Com- bine salt and pepper in bowl. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Rub entire surface with oil. Sprinkle evenly all over with salt mixture and rub in mixture with hands to coat evenly. Tie legs together with kitchen twine and tuck wingtips behind back.

Step 2

2. Transfer chicken, breast side up, to pre- heated skillet in oven. Roast chicken until breast registers 120 degrees and thighs register 135 degrees, 25 to 35 minutes. Turn off ovên and leave chicken in oven until breast registers 160 degrees and thighs register 175 degrees, 25 to 35 minutes. Transfer chicken to carving board and let rest, uncovered, for 20 minutes.

Step 3

3. FOR THE PAN SAUCE: While chicken rests, remove all but tablespoon fat from skillet (handle will be very hot) using large spoon, leaving any fond and jus in skillet. Place skillet over medium-high heat, add shallot, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in broth and mustard, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer until reduced to cup, about 3 minutes. Of heat, whisk in butter, tarragon, and lemon juice. Season with pepper to taste; cover and keep warm. Carve chicken and serve with pan sauce.

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