4 Secrets to Perfect Cornish Game Hens for Juicy Flavor Bliss
Learn the top tips for preparing Cornish game hens that are juicy and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish game hens
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (halved)
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 cloves garlic (smashed)
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the Cornish game hens dry with paper towels and place them in a roasting pan.
- Rub the hens with olive oil, salt, and pepper, ensuring even coverage.
- Stuff the cavity of each hen with lemon halves, garlic, and rosemary.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the hens overnight with aromatics.
- Serve with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg