Roasted Cornish Hens in Oven Recipe for Juicy Family Dinners
Enjoy a delicious roasted Cornish hens recipe perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rub the Cornish hens with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
- Place the hens in a roasting pan, and insert lemon wedges into the cavity.
- Roast for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Brining the hens beforehand can enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Serve with sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cornish hen
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Roasted Cornish Hens, Oven Recipe, Family Dinners