Quail Brandon

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Servings: 3 Difficulty: Advanced
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Tender quail breasts baked in a savory butter, herb, and citrus sauce with mushrooms.
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Quail Brandon

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 3 Calories: 247.5

Description

This elegant yet approachable dish transforms delicate quail breasts into a tender, flavorful centerpiece. The quail is first browned for texture, then slowly baked in a rich sauce made from melted butter, garlic, parsley, and a bright splash of lemon or orange juice. Fresh mushrooms add an earthy depth, while a hint of nutmeg and bitters provides a sophisticated aromatic finish. The result is juicy meat coated in a luxurious, savory glaze that is perfect for special dinners or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve over egg noodles or with roasted vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal that feels both home-style and refined.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325&# 194;°F (165ðC).
  2. Heat a small amount of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown the quail breasts on all sides until golden, then remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. In the same skillet, melt the butter over low heat.
  5. Add garlic powder, parsley flakes, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and celery salt to the melted butter.
  6. Stir in the lemon or orange juice until thoroughly mixed.
  7. Add dashes of bitters and cooking sherry (if using) to taste, stirring to combine.
  8. Place the browned quail breasts in a single layer in a covered baking dish.
  9. Pour the butter mixture evenly over the quail, ensuring all meat is covered.
  10. Scatter the sliced fresh mushrooms over the top of the quail.
  11. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil or a lid to prevent drying out.
  12. Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the quail is tender and cooked through.
  13. Serve the quail and sauce warm over egg noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 247.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.4g9%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Cholesterol 127.5mg43%
Sodium 111.0mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 46.5g93%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: quail, brandon, breasts, baking, mediterranean, mushrooms, butter sauce, lemon, garlic, herbs, dinner, special occasion, game bird, savory, tender, egg noodles, comfort food, homemade, easy, protein
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