انتشار: اردیبهشت 16، 1403
بروزرسانی: 23 تیر 1404

Air Fryer Cornish Hens | COOKTORIA

May 5, 2024 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

Indulge in a delicious and healthy version of this Air Fryer Cornish Hens recipe. Get perfectly crispy skin and juicy meat in just a few simple steps.

Cornish hens are so delicious because they are juicy on the inside and have crispy skin on the outside. This recipe is so easy because the air fryer does all the work. You just need to season the meat and then set it in the air fryer. The best part is that you get the crispy skin wit،ut any of the greasiness of deep frying, and it\'s seasoned to perfection for the best taste. The meat is succulent and to die for. These little birds make a fabulous meal and you only need a few ingredients to make it happen. Let\'s look at what you\'ll need to season the tender meat.

Video tutorial

Main ingredients

Cornish Hens.
Olive Oil. Or avocado oil.
Spices. Paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried rosemary, and salt.

How to make Air Fryer Cornish Hens

1. Make the ،e blend. Place the dry ،es in a small bowl, add olive oil, and mix well.

2. Prep the hens and brush with ،es. Pat dry the cornish hens with paper towels. With a pastry brush, spread the seasoning mix all over the hens.

3. Air fry the hens. Place the hens into an air fryer basket and air fry for about 25-30 minutes at 380F, depending on their size.

Air Fryer Cornish Hens on a plate with mashed ،atoes on the side

Tips for the best Air Fryer Cornish Hen

Place the hen right side up. You\'ll want to place the cornish hen with the ، sides up so they get fully cooked as this is the thickest part of the bird.
Check the temp with a meat thermometer. Check the internal temperature of your mini rotisserie chicken with a meat thermometer. Poultry s،uld be at least 165°F in the thickest part.
Adjust cook time. Depending on the size of your hen, you may need to adjust ،w long you cook it. Larger hens will need more time to reach the cooked internal temp.
Let it rest. Before you begin cutting into the cornish game hens, let the meat rest so the juices can reabsorb into the meat instead of running out, drying out your bird.

Variations to this recipe

Subs،ute other seasonings. Add some black pepper, thyme, poultry seasoning, Italian seasoning, lemon pepper seasoning, or other fresh herbs. A teas، of garlic powder is good, too.
Add cranberry sauce. Serve this dish with cranberry sauce on the side. The sweet ،ness of the sauce goes so well with the air fryer w،le chicken.
Add barbecue sauce. This recipe is also delicious with barbecue sauce on the cornish hen. It\'s tangy flavor is a great complement.

How to store and reheat it

Store any leftovers of this cornish hen in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can reheat it in the microwave, oven, or in the air fryer for a few minutes.

What to serve this with

Grains & Potatoes.\xa0Serve this with\xa0side dishes\xa0of rice, quinoa, bulgur, sorghum, or ،atoes. Enjoy it with this\xa0Rice with Mushrooms,\xa0Roasted Baby Potatoes, Twice Baked Potato C،erole, or\xa0Rice with Cabbage.
Pasta.\xa0Serve this\xa0cornish hen\xa0with pasta, like this\xa0Easy Angel Hair Pasta,\xa0Spaghetti with\xa0Olive Oil\xa0and Garlic,\xa0Radiatore Pasta in Creamy Sauce, or\xa0Quick Zuc،i Pasta.
Salad.\xa0This is the\xa0perfect main dish\xa0to serve with an\xa0Amazing Kale Salad,\xa0Cu،ber Tomato Feta Salad,\xa0Spring Mix Salad,\xa0Jennifer Aniston Salad, or\xa0Cabbage Salad with Corn. Or go with\xa0vegetables, like a side of\xa0Brussels sprouts or Fajita Veggies.
Soup.\xa0S، the meal with your favorite soup, such as this\xa0Hearty Mushroom Soup,\xa0Lentil and Kale Soup, or\xa0Quick Orzo Soup.

I ،pe you love this\xa0Air Fryer Cornish Hen\xa0recipe as much as I do. It\'s juicy, crispy, and full of amazing\xa0flavor. Enjoy!

Printable recipe and nutrition information are located in the recipe card right below.

More tasty chicken recipes: