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Barbecued Cornish Hens with Herbs

Get a little corny. This easy, elegant meal is perfect for a special occasion. These cornish hens basted in a wine and herb marinade really do the trick. Bring fine-dining home and enjoy.
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Cuisine Continental
Servings 2 servings
Calories 1389.86 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Cornish hens
  • 1 tablespoon(s) herb blend seasoning
  • 9 teaspoon(s) fresh lemon juice
  • 4 floz dry wine
  • 1/4 cup(s) light tasting olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) Basic Herb Blend
  • 12 teaspoon(s) dry rosemary
  • 12 teaspoon(s) dried basil
  • 2 tablespoon(s) dried marjoram
  • 2 tablespoon(s) garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoon(s) dried thyme
  • 3 teaspoon(s) kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon(s) crushed bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon(s) dried sage
  • 2 teaspoon(s) onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper

Instructions
 

  • Using poultry scissors, cut backbone from hens, then cut, separating breasts, halving hens.
  • Place in a glass 13-by-9-inch baking dish.
  • In a blender combine all other ingredients and process until well blended.
  • Pour over hens, turning hens to coat well.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 48 hours.
  • Spray grill with vegetable cooking spray.
  • Preheat to high.
  • Once preheated, turn gas to medium-high and place hens, skin-side-down on grill.
  • Close cover and grill 8 to 10 minutes, turn and grill another 8 to 10 minutes, basting occasionally.
  • Basic Herb Blend:Place all ingredients in blender container and process until ground fine and well mixed.
  • Store in a zip-lock bag or airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 1389.86kcalCarbohydrates: 60.7gProtein: 109.89gFat: 73.77gSaturated Fat: 12.83gCholesterol: 436.8mgSodium: 7623.32mgFiber: 26.54gSugar: 3.7g
Keyword Chicken
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