4 Secrets to Perfect Cornish Game Hens for Juicy Flavor Bliss
Discover the secrets to preparing juicy and flavorful Cornish game hens that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish game hens
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- 1 lemon, halved
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the Cornish game hens dry with paper towels.
- Rub the olive oil all over the hens.
- Season with salt and black pepper, both inside and out.
- Place a sprig of rosemary and a half lemon inside each hen.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the hens a day in advance.
- Serve with roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg