Name: Cornish Hens the Easy Way
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 4 Cornish game hens; 2 limes, halved; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 0.25 teaspoon chili powder; 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin; kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Cornish Hens the Easy Way

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Prep Time:
5 minutes

Cook Time:
45 minutes

Total Time:
60 minutes

Lime, chili powder, and cumin seasoned Cornish hens for a flavorful and elegant special occasion roast.

Ingredients:

4 Cornish game hens
2 limes, halved
2 teaspoons olive oil
0.25 teaspoon chili powder
0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Massage each hen with the fresh, zesty lime. Drizzle with olive oil, then generously sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper. Arrange the hens on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
Roast hens in the oven until golden brown and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
Roast until meat is no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, approximately 30 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer to check that the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F (74°C). Remove from the oven, cover with foil, and let it rest in a warm spot for 10 minutes before slicing.

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