Baked Quail

Elevate your dinner table with this elegant Baked Quail recipe, featuring tender, golden-brown quails infused with aromatic fresh thyme, rosemary, and a bright lemon-garlic marinade. Perfect for intimate gatherings or a gourmet twist on weeknight dinners, this dish combines simplicity with sophistication. The quails roast to perfection in just 40 minutes, absorbing the rich flavors of optional white wine and melted butter, while the accompanying roasted vegetables become the ideal complement. Whether you're impressing guests or treating yourself to something special, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers impressive results with minimal effort. Serve these juicy, herb-crusted quails hot for a refined dining experience that’s sure to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Quails
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 4 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup White wine (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
• 2 cups Vegetables for roasting (e.g., carrots, potatoes, onions, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Rinse the quails under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 4

Rub the marinade all over the quails, making sure to coat them evenly. Stuff each quail cavity with a sprig of thyme and a sprig of rosemary.

Step 5

If using white wine, pour it into the bottom of a roasting dish. Arrange the quails breast-side up in the dish and drizzle melted butter over them.

Step 6

If desired, scatter the roasting vegetables around the quails in the dish.

Step 7

Bake the quails in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

For an extra crispy finish, you can broil the quails on high for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Step 9

Remove the roasting dish from the oven and let the quails rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve the baked quails hot, alongside the roasted vegetables or with your choice of side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	996.4 grams (996.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1438

Total Fat 86.70g	111%
Saturated Fat 27.40g	137%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 2687mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 72.60g	26%
Dietary Fiber 13.70g	49%
Total Sugars 15.20g
Protein 92.80g	186%

Vitamin D 14IU	70%
Calcium 209mg	16%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 2458mg	52%

*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: 54.1%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 20.1%