Roast Pheasant In a Clay Pot

Updated Oct. 12, 2023

Total Time
1 hour 45 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour 30 minutes
Rating
3(13)
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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 2pheasants
  • 2tablespoons olive oil
  • 6juniper berries, crushed
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 4strips bacon
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

911 calories; 55 grams fat; 16 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 27 grams monounsaturated fat; 7 grams polyunsaturated fat; 2 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 95 grams protein; 1034 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place clay pot in cold water and let soak for 10 minutes. Drain well.

  2. Step 2

    Rub the pheasant with olive oil and place the juniper berries inside the birds. Season with salt and pepper inside and out.

  3. Step 3

    Place the bacon over the breasts and put the birds in the clay pot. Place in a cold oven and set at 450 degrees. Bake for one-and-a-half hours.

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