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Sweet and Spicy Cornish Hens

Flavors of peanut, ginger, and garlic in this Sweet and Spicy Marinade bring out the delicate flavor of the Cornish Hen.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 55 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Thai
Keyword: Chicken
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 565kcal
Author: Belly Laugh Living

Equipment

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

  • 1 Cornish Hen
  • 1 Large Garlic Clove
  • 3/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Honey (Hot Honey adds a nice spice)
  • 1 Tablespoon Peanut Butter We use Chunky Peanut Butter
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons Ginger
  • 1 Tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (Optional)
  • 1 Tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar

Instructions

  • Mix Marinade (Garlic, Salt, Sesame Oil, Honey, Peanut Butter, Ginger, Chili Garlic Sauce, Onion Powder, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Rice Wine Vinegar)
  • Using kitchen scissors or a sharp knife, cut the cornish hen in half. Cut down the center of the top of the Cornish Hen.
  • Flip the hen over and cut out the strip of bone down the center of the back of the cornish hen.
  • Place both halves of the cornish hen in a zip-lock bag
  • Pour marinade over cornish hen
  • Massage marinade into the cornish hen. Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. It's better to marinate overnight but not necessary
  • Bake or Grill Cornish Hens. If Baking: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place the cornish hen in a casserole dish. Cook for 45 minutes or until done -the internal temperature of 165 degrees and the juices run clear.
    If Grilling: Place cornish hen on the grill over direct heat for a few minutes. Grill until there is a nice char. About 3 to 5 minutes depending on how hot the fire is on the grill.
  • Move the cornish hen to the indirect heat on the grill. Put the cover down and allow to cook. Check after 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Continue to grill until the cornish hens have reached 165 degrees internal temperature and the juices run clear.
  • Place cornish hen on a serving dish
  • Serve with Cauliflower Rice and Enjoy!!!

Nutrition

Calories: 565kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 227mg | Sodium: 1465mg | Potassium: 621mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 661IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 2mg