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Grilled Cornish Hens

Ingredients

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  • salt1 tbsp
  • black pepper, freshly ground1 tbsp
  • cayenne pepper1 1/2 tbsp
  • smoked paprika1 1/2 tbsp
  • lemon pepper2 tbsp
  • rosemary, dried2 tsp
  • garlic powder1 tbsp
  • cornish hen, Cornish/Rock Game Hens; spatchcocked2
  • bacon fat, melted

Method 5 steps

  1. Combine all seasonings.

  2. Brush hens with bacon fat. Massage seasoning mixture into hens. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

  3. Preheat a charcoal grill using a chimney.

  4. Place hens on the grill. Grill them, turning constantly, until internal temperature of both the thigh and breast reach 165°F.

  5. Remove hens from grill and let rest 10 minutes. Serve.