Roasted Guinea Fowl with Chestnuts Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 whole guinea fowl
• 200g chestnuts, peeled and halved
• 4-5 sprigs of thyme
• 3 cloves of garlic, peeled and crushed
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Season the guinea fowl inside and out with salt and pepper, and place it in a roasting tray.
3. In a bowl, mix together the chestnuts, thyme, garlic and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Stuff the chestnut mixture inside the guinea fowl and scatter the remaining chestnuts around it in the roasting tray.
5. Squeeze the lemon wedges over the guinea fowl and add them to the tray.
6. Roast the guinea fowl in the oven for around 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the juices run clear when the thickest part of the bird is pierced with a skewer. Baste the guinea fowl with its juices every 20 minutes or so.
7. Remove the guinea fowl from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Verdict:

This roasted guinea fowl with chestnuts recipe is a delicious and sophisticated dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The tender juicy meat, fragrant with thyme and garlic, pairs perfectly with the rich and nutty chestnuts. The dish is easy to prepare, but sure to impress.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the roasted guinea fowl with chestnuts with your favorite seasonal vegetables and a creamy mashed potato.