Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
- Pat the Cornish hens dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil all over the hens.
- Season the hens with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the hens in the air fryer basket, breast side down.
- Cook for 25 minutes.
- Flip the hens and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the hens are thawed completely before cooking.
- Cooking time may vary based on the size of the hens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Cornish Hen, Cornish Hen Recipe, Air Fryer Recipes