Irresistibly Juicy Baked Cornish Hens for Your Family Feast

Enjoy these Baked Cornish Hens, quick to prepare and perfect for family feasts with delightful flavors and crispy skin.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 4 hens

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Hens

2 hens Cornish Hens The star of the dish.
4 tablespoons Olive Oil Enhances flavor and aids in crisping.

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on taste.
1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground works best.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use fresh garlic.
2 teaspoons Herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme) Fresh or dried.

For Moisture

1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
1 cup Water Helps maintain moisture.

Equipment

Roasting pan
meat thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Quick Baked Cornish Hens

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Pat the Cornish hens dry using paper towels.
Drizzle olive oil over each hen and sprinkle seasonings.
Place the seasoned hens in a roasting pan, breast-side up.
Pour chicken broth or water around the hens in the roasting pan.
Bake the Cornish hens for 45-60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Let the hens rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1henCalories: 350kcalProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure hens are completely dry before seasoning for crispiness. Use a meat thermometer for doneness check.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!