4 Secrets to Perfect Cornish Game Hens for Juicy Flavorful Meals
Unlock the secrets to juicy and flavorful Cornish game hens with these four essential tips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish game hens
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Rub the hens with olive oil and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the hens on a roasting rack and bake for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the hens rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, brine the hens overnight.
- Pair with seasonal vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg