Roasted Guinea Fowl

Name: Roasted Guinea Fowl
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Guinea fowl 1; Potatoes medium 4; Delica pumpkin 1 &frac13; cup; Rosemary 2 sprigs; Sage 6 leaves; Garlic 4 cloves; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Nutmeg to taste

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Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low
Note + the resting time of the guinea fowl after cooking (10 minutes)

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Sebastian Fitarau

La faraona al forno, or baked guinea fowl, is a much-loved dish from Central Italy. It pops up at family gatherings and special occasions. And you know what? It’s not just another chicken dish. This guinea fowl recipe involves a seriously flavorful marinade. And it really boosts the bird’s tenderness and taste. Once it absorbs all those flavors, the guinea fowl gets roasted to a golden perfection with just the right crispiness.

In Tuscany and Umbria, it’s served alongside roasted potatoes and pumpkin. Such vibrant veggies! They add a colorful pop and a sweet contrast to the savory bird. The sight of those veggies caramelizing next to the roast guinea fowl—yeah, pretty hard to resist. And the smell of herbs? Amazing.

In Central Italy, how you handle guinea fowl cooking time and guinea fowl seasoning is as important as the dish itself. The secret to its deep, rich flavor? Resting the meat post-marinate. The marinade? Oh, it's simple: garlic, rosemary, and a splash of wine. Keeps the meat super juicy and each bite has that rustic charm. Fans of game birds love how this oven-baked guinea fowl turns out: crispy outside, moist inside. So so good.

It has an earthy, herby kick that’s purely Italian. Feels generous and kinda festive—perfect to share with loved ones. When you spot a baked guinea fowl at the center of the table, you know you’re in for something special. Really, it’s tender and full of genuine flavor straight from Central Italy. The whole experience—from getting it ready to the first bite—is all about traditional Italian home cooking. Seriously good. It warms the heart and tickles the senses. Just delightful.

How to prepare Roasted Guinea Fowl

To prepare the roasted guinea fowl, first finely chop 2 peeled garlic cloves, a sprig of rosemary, and 3 sage leaves 1 2. Transfer everything to a bowl and season with the oil 3.

Season with salt 4 and pepper 5 and mix 6.

Stuff the guinea fowl with two more crushed garlic cloves 7, three sage leaves 8, and a sprig of rosemary. Tie the guinea fowl's legs with kitchen string 9.

Wrap the string around the wings and knot it at the top 10, this way the guinea fowl will keep its shape during cooking. Place the guinea fowl on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, pour the chopped herbs over the guinea fowl 11, and massage the meat 12 to distribute the herbs over the entire surface. Bake in a preheated, fan-assisted oven at 356°F for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, peel the potatoes 13 and cut them into wedges 14. Remove the seeds and internal filaments from the pumpkin 15.

Then cut it into 1-inch cubes 16. Transfer potatoes and pumpkin to a bowl 17, then season with rosemary 18.

Season with salt and pepper 19. Add a sprinkle of nutmeg 20 and the oil 21. Mix.

Add the vegetables to the baking sheet, along with the guinea fowl 22, cut the string 23, and continue cooking under the same conditions for another 40 minutes. Remove from the oven, let the guinea fowl rest for 10 minutes, then plate it. Your roasted guinea fowl is ready to be served 34!

Storage

Roasted guinea fowl keeps in the fridge, in a sealed container, for 2-3 days. Before serving it again, warm it in the oven at low temperature to preserve the flavor without drying out the meat.

Tip

For a more intense flavor, you can marinate the guinea fowl for a few hours, or even overnight, with olive oil, white wine, garlic, sage, and rosemary. If you prefer a different side dish, you can replace the potatoes and pumpkin with carrots, onions, or fennel.

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Roasted Guinea Fowl

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Roasted Guinea Fowl

Storage

Tip

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