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golden brown cornish hen in air fryer basket
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Air Fryer Cornish Hens

Cornish hen in the air fryer is so juicy and tender! You will love the delicious flavor and ease of preparation. The air fryer produces a golden crispy skin which makes for a great presentation. Perfect for special occasions or family dinners.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Salt
Servings: 4
Calories: 491kcal
Author: Easyhealth Living

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon rotisserie seasoning
  • 2 cornish game hens

Instructions

  • Coat the hens in olive oil then rub with rotisserie seasoning to cover completely.
  • Preheat air fryer to 350 degrees.
  • Place hens in air fryer breast down and set timer for 25 minutes.
  • Carefully flip hens and continue cooking about 7-10 minutes or until meat thermometer placed in thickest part of thigh registers 165 degrees.
  • Carefully remove hens from air fryer and allow to set 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Expert tips

  • Be sure to fully coat the hens with oil and seasoning for flavor in each bite.
  • Turn the hens carefully so as not to tear the skin.
  • Remember to preheat your air fryer for best results.
  • Refer to your air fryer owner's manual for more specific instructions.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 491kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 227mg | Sodium: 138mg | Potassium: 578mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 306IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 3mg