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Grilled Cornish Game Hens Recipe

Delicious grilled Cornish game hens, perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 Cornish game hens about 1 to 1.5 pounds each
  • ¼ cup Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Rosemary chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Brush the hens with the olive oil mixture, making sure to coat them well.
  4. Place the hens on the grill, breast side down. Grill for about 20 minutes, then flip and grill for another 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove from the grill and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Cornish Game Hens, Grilled
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