Roasted Cornish Game Hens

Roasted Cornish Game Hens

Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 4 Cornish game hens, rinsed and patted dry
  • ⅔ cup Chef Merito® Lime Juice
  • ⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. Chef Merito® Garlic Salt
  • 2 Tbsp. Chef Merito® Chicken Seasoning
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ small yellow onion, sliced thinly

Preparation

  1. In a bowl, mix together the Chef Merito® Lime Juice, Chef Merito® Garlic Salt, Chef Merito® Chicken Seasoning, and olive oil.
  2. Place two hens in a zip-top bag and add half of the marinade. Repeat for the other two hens. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  4. Place the hens and their marinade in a large casserole dish. Add water and arrange the onion slices around the Cornish game hens.
  5. Roast for 20 minutes, then reduce the heat to 375°F and roast for 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, until golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let rest for 20 minutes while covered.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve. Enjoy!

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