Heavenly Baked Quail

Transform your dinner table into a gourmet experience with this Heavenly Baked Quail recipe—ideal for special occasions or an indulgent weeknight meal. Featuring tender, whole quails marinated in a fragrant blend of olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and a touch of honey, this dish delivers the perfect balance of savory and sweet. The quails are baked to golden perfection, infused with the subtle richness of white wine and butter, ensuring a juicy, flavorful interior. With just 20 minutes of prep and a short cooking time, this elegant entrée is deceptively simple yet irresistibly delicious. Serve these golden-roasted quails alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a standout meal that's sure to impress. Keywords: baked quail recipe, roasted quail, easy quail marinade, gourmet baked poultry.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 whole quails
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.25 cup white wine
• 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with olive oil.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and honey to make the marinade.

Step 4

Rub the marinade generously over the quails, making sure to coat the inside cavity as well. Cover and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.

Step 5

Place the marinated quails in the prepared baking dish, breast side up. Pour the white wine into the dish around the quails to keep them moist during baking.

Step 6

Dot the top of each quail with a small amount of butter to enrich the flavor and promote golden browning.

Step 7

Bake the quails in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, basting them with the pan juices halfway through cooking, until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Remove the quails from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	603.7 grams (603.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1273

Total Fat 85.40g	109%
Saturated Fat 25.40g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 306mg	102%
Sodium 2682mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 27.60g	10%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 19.00g
Protein 85.80g	172%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 112mg	9%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 1095mg	23%

*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: 62.9%

Protein: 28.1%

Carbs: 9.0%