Brick-Grilled Cornish Hens

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Brick-Grilled Cornish Hens
55 min.
8
245kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that is sure to impress your friends and family! Our Brick-Grilled Cornish Hens are a delightful blend of savory flavors that will elevate any lunch or dinner experience. Gluten-free and dairy-free, this dish caters to a variety of dietary preferences without compromising on taste.

Picture this: tender Cornish hens, marinated in a zesty mixture of fresh rosemary, minced garlic, and zesty lemon juice, all expertly grilled to perfection. The unique technique of using a brick ensures that the hens are evenly cooked and wonderfully crisp, making each bite a flavorful revelation. The combination of freshly ground black pepper and crushed red pepper adds just the right amount of kick, elevating this dish from simple to sensational.

This recipe is not just about the meal; it’s about creating memorable moments. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family lunch, these gorgeous hens garnished with lemon wedges and flat parsley sprigs will not only taste delicious but also make a stunning centerpiece on your table.

In just 55 minutes, you can serve up a dish that is not only satisfying but also brings the joy of sharing a homemade meal. So, roll up your sleeves, fire up that grill, and get ready to impress with this mouthwatering Brick-Grilled Cornish Hens recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons pepper black freshly ground
  • 1.5 lb cornish game hens 
  • tablespoons rosemary fresh chopped
  • tablespoons garlic minced
  • tablespoons kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • leaf garnishes: lemon wedges 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoon pepper dried red crushed

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Cut Cornish hens lengthwise through the backbone using kitchen shears, and flatten.
  2. Combine salt and next 4 ingredients; rub evenly over hens.
  3. Place hens in 2-qt. zip-top freezer bags or 2 large baking dishes.
  4. Whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; drizzle lemon juice mixture over hens. Seal or cover, and chill 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
  5. Remove hens from marinade, discarding marinade.
  6. Place hens on cooking grate of grill, and top each with an aluminum foil-wrapped brick. Grill, covered with grill lid, over medium heat (300 to 35
  7. to 20 minutes on each side, replacing bricks on hens after flipping. Turn grill off, and let stand, covered with grill lid, 5 to 8 minutes or until done. (If using a charcoal grill, transfer hens to a 350 oven, and bake 5 to 8 minutes or until done.)
  8. Garnish, if desired.
  9. *Cast-iron skillets may be substituted for foil-wrapped bricks.
  10. Place a sheet of foil between each skillet and hen.

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein24.71%
Fat69.4%
Carbs5.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.94
Glycemic Load
0.56
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.2973913161651%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.4mg
Hesperetin
1.14mg
Naringenin
0.29mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:245.4kcal
12.27%
Fat:18.97g
29.18%
Saturated Fat:4.32g
27.02%
Carbohydrates:3.62g
1.21%
Net Carbohydrates:2.51g
0.91%
Sugar:0.31g
0.35%
Cholesterol:85.9mg
28.63%
Sodium:2685.81mg
116.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.2g
30.4%
Vitamin B3:5mg
25.02%
Manganese:0.38mg
19.13%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.09%
Selenium:10.79µg
15.42%
Phosphorus:131.34mg
13.13%
Vitamin E:1.63mg
10.86%
Vitamin K:10.9µg
10.38%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.63%
Vitamin A:423.34IU
8.47%
Potassium:275.79mg
7.88%
Zinc:1.1mg
7.33%
Iron:1.22mg
6.79%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.92%
Magnesium:22.61mg
5.65%
Vitamin C:4.55mg
5.51%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.01%
Copper:0.1mg
4.81%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.68%
Fiber:1.11g
4.45%
Calcium:32.61mg
3.26%
Folate:5.66µg
1.42%
Source:My Recipes