Smoked Cornish Game Hens – a delicious recipe with Ingredients, three pints, apple juice, canning salt, sugar, onion powder. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
General
Servings:persons
1
Combine the brine ingredients and bring to a boil. Remove the brine from the heat and chill down to 36 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Prepare the game hens by cutting along each side of the backbone, removing it from the carcass. Push down on the breast to flatten, and then remove the ribs if you like.
3
Marinate the game hens in the fridge overnight. Remove the birds from the brine and pat dry with paper towels.
4
Smoke the Cornish game hens at 225 degrees Fahrenheit for 3 to 4 hours, or until the thigh temperature reaches 175 degrees. Allow the birds to rest for half an hour after smoking before splitting through the breasts and serving.
5
Optionally, the game hens can be indirect grilled, or grilled over medium low heat 45 to 75 minutes, or until 175 degrees is reached.
90
kcal
Calories
1
g
Fat
20
g
Carbs
3
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Brine Ingredients, three pints water, one pint apple juice, one-third cup canning salt, and more.
Yes, Smoked Cornish Game Hens falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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