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Herb-Roasted Poussin

Serves 2

Poussin is the French name for a baby chicken. Poussins are delicious but difficult to find except through Internet and mail-order sources. Cornish game hens, which are small chickens, work equally well in this recipe. It is a quick, easy and delicious main dish for a special occasion or entertaining. Make it in any amount needed, serving one poussin per person.

Ingredients

  • 2 poussins, about 1 pound each
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 4 large sage leaves
  • 2 whole cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Preheat oven to 375° F. Pat the poussins dry with paper towels. Season inside and out with salt and pepper. Place 1 rosemary sprig, 1 thyme sprig, 2 sage leaves and 1 whole garlic clove in the cavity of each. Heat an oven-proof 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then the poussins, breast side down. Sear about 3 minutes. Turn and sear 1 more minute. Place in the oven and roast until the juices run clear, about 20 minutes, basting with pan juices a couple times. Remove the poussins from the pan and tent with foil. Let rest while making the sauce.

Place the skillet over medium-high heat. (Keep in mind that the handle is hot. Cover it with a hot pad or small towel so you do not forget.) Add the minced garlic and sauté about 1 minute. Add the wine and broth. Bring to a boil over high heat. Stir to scrape up any browned bits in bottom of pan. Cook until reduced by about two-thirds. Serve the poussins drizzled with some of the sauce.

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