Grilled Cinnamon and Lime Cornish Game Hens

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   If frozen, defrost Game Hens, rinse and pat dry with a paper towel.

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   With a sharp knife, butterfly the game hens from the bottom of the hen through the cavity.

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   Be sure not to slice through the breast bone.

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   Place the game hens in a shallow roasting dish or casserole pan, breast side up and drizzle with two tablespoons of the soy sauce and one tablespoon of the lime juice.

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   Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

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   Flip the game hens breast side up, drizzle the remaining soy sauce and lime juice over the breasts.

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   Sprinkle the cinnamon, garlic powder and onion powder over the breasts.

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   Salt and pepper to taste.

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   Cover and let sit for one hour.

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    If you are using a charcoal grill, prepare coals.

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    If using a gas grill, set burners to medium high heat.

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    Place game hens breast side up and grill for 6 - 8 minutes.

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    Flip to breast side down and grill for an additional 4 - 6 minutes.

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    Flip game hen breasts up once more and continue to cook until a fork prick into the thigh yields clear juices.

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    Remove from grill and enjoy.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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