Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Cornish hens
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the charcoal grill.
- Spatchcock the Cornish hens by removing the backbone and flattening them.
- Rub olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika all over the hens.
- Place the hens skin-side up on the grill.
- Cook for about 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from grill and let rest before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the hens in your favorite spices overnight.
- Serve with grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Grilling
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hen
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 130mg