Cajun Cornish Hens With Crisp Skin for a Flavorful Family Feast
A delicious recipe for Cajun Cornish hens that delivers a crispy skin and flavorful meal for the family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, halved
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the Cornish hens dry with paper towels and place them in a roasting pan.
- Drizzle olive oil over the hens and rub to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the hens, including inside the cavity.
- Stuff each hen with a half lemon.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, ensure the hens are completely dry before seasoning.
- Letting the hens rest before carving allows the juices to redistribute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 54g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cajun, Cornish Hens, crispy skin, family feast