Baked Cornish Game Hens

Ingredients

• 2 Cornish game hens
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Rub the hens with olive oil and season liberally with salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, thyme and paprika.
3. Place the hens on a roasting pan and place in the preheated oven.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature registers 165°F when tested with a meat thermometer.
5. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Cornish game hens are a type of chicken that are bred to be smaller and more tender.
• The hens are usually sold fresh, but can also be frozen.
• Cornish game hens can be cooked in a variety of ways, including roasting, grilling, and braising.