Juicy Delicious Roasted Cornish Hens for a Cozy Feast

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Delicious Roasted Cornish Hens, perfect for cozy dinners and special occasions.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 4 hens

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Hens

2 Cornish hens approximately 1.5 lbs each
4 tablespoons olive oil for crispy skin
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped adds flavor
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped enhances savory profile
4 cloves garlic, minced infuses flavor
1 tablespoon lemon juice for brightness
to taste salt for seasoning
to taste pepper for seasoning

For the Veggies (Optional)

2 cups carrots, cut into chunks
2 cups potatoes, cut into chunks

Equipment

Oven
roasting pan

Method

How to Make Delicious Roasted Cornish Hens

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the Cornish hens dry and rub each with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
Squeeze lemon juice over the hens and tuck lemon halves inside their cavities.
Place the hens breast-side up in a roasting pan, with veggies if using.
Roast the hens for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Let the hens rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1henCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 160IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.

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