Bbq Balsamic Cornish Game Hens Recipe

Impress your family with these juicy, flavorful BBQ Balsamic Cornish Game Hens! This quick and easy recipe features a vibrant marinade that elevates the taste of these petite birds. Ready in under an hour, it's the perfect weeknight meal or impressive weekend dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 176.9 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bbq Balsamic Cornish Game Hens

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How to Make Bbq Balsamic Cornish Game Hens

  1. **Prepare the Marinade:** In a large resealable plastic bag, whisk together 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped), 1 teaspoon hot sauce, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. **Marinate the Hens:** Add the Cornish game hens to the marinade bag. Seal the bag, ensuring the hens are fully coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
  3. **Preheat & Prep:** Preheat your BBQ grill to medium heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  4. **Grill the Hens:** Place the hens skin-side down on the preheated grill.
  5. **Baste & Cook:** Baste the hens with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes. Cook for 20-30 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F (74°C). The juices should run clear when pierced.
  6. **Rest & Serve:** Remove the hens from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

6g

Carbs

1g