Lemon And Herb Cornish Hens

Name: Lemon And Herb Cornish Hens
Ingredients: 3 Cornish hens, Split (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 lb each); 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons dried whole thyme, crushed; 2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed; 2 teaspoons dried whole rosemary, crushed; 1 teaspoon salt

8 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

3 Cornish hens, Split (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 lb each)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried whole thyme, crushed
2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed
2 teaspoons dried whole rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon salt

Directions

1

Place the split hens in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish.
2

Combine the lemon juice and the remaining ingredients; stir well with a wire whisk. Pour the marinade mixture over the hens. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, turning occasionally.
3

Prepare your grill so that you have medium-hot coals (350 to 400 degrees).
4

Drain the hens, reserving the marinade. Place the marinade in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
5

Grill the hens over medium-hot coals (350 to 400 degrees) for 30 minutes or until done, turning and basting occasionally with the marinade.