Grilled Cornish Hens

Easy
Ingredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
1

1 tbsp salt

2

1 tbsp freshly-ground black pepper

3

1 ½ tbsp cayenne pepper

4

1 ½ tbsp smoked paprika

5

2 tbsp lemon pepper

6

2 tsp dried rosemary

7

1 tbsp garlic powder

8

2 spatchcocked Cornish/Rock Game Hens

9

Bacon fat, melted

Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
1

Combine all seasonings.

2

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

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.

10 minutes

Notes
  • Do not use a solvent with the charcoal grill. It gives the food a chemical taste even if you follow the directions.