Herb Roasted Cornish Hens with Citrus for a Juicy Family Feast
Delicious herb roasted Cornish hens infused with citrus flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 orange, zested and juiced
- 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture under the skin of each Cornish hen.
- Place the hens on a roasting pan.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the hens rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the hens overnight.
- Serve with roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg