Smoked Cornish Hens

Name: Smoked Cornish Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Cornish hens; 2 grape fruits; 2 oranges; 3 lemons; 1/2 cup Maples syrup; 2 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp salt; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 cup apple wood chips

Eats Now Editorial Team · 353 kcal · General

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Smoked Cornish Hens – a delicious recipe with Cornish hens, grape fruits, oranges, lemons, Maples syrup, paprika. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

4 Cornish hens
2 grape fruits
2 oranges
3 lemons
1/2 cup Maples syrup
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup apple wood chips

1
Add all citrus(cut in half) and molasses to large bucket or pot for brine.
2
Brine over night or for at least 8 hours.
3
Feel with water until hens are fully submerged
4
Pull hens from brine pat dry and brush with olive oil
5
Combine dry season and season both sides of hens.
6
Add hens to a grill.
7
Keep temp around 225 for 2 and half hours.
8
Add Applewood or fruit wood of choice for best smoke flavor.

353

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Cornish hens, 2 grape fruits, 2 oranges, 3 lemons, and more.

Yes, Smoked Cornish 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
353 kcal
Category
General

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