Herb Roasted Cornish Hens with Citrus: A Juicy Family Delight
A delicious recipe for Herb Roasted Cornish Hens with Citrus that is perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 lemons, halved
- 1 orange, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub the Cornish hens with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the hens with lemon and orange halves, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
- Place the hens in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour or until the juices run clear.
- Let the hens rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
- For a crispy skin, ensure the hens are dry before applying oil.
- Use any citrus fruits you have on hand for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 110mg