Crispy Air-Fried Cornish Hen
Crispy Air-Fried Cornish Hen features crackling, golden skin that gives way to tender, juicy meat seasoned simply with salt and pepper. It’s an elegant yet low-fuss main course that feels special enough for date night but relaxed enough for a weeknight dinner. Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad to round out the meal.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
Pat the Cornish hen dry with paper towels and season all sides with salt and pepper.
- 3
Place the hen in the air fryer basket and cook in the preheated air fryer for 15 minutes.
- 4
Spray the top with nonstick spray and continue cooking until the bone is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 15 more minutes.
- 5
An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 6
Transfer the hen to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- 7
Carve and serve.
- Calories 1486.28 kcal High
- Protein 77.16 g Good Source
- Carbs 17.73 g Moderate
- Total Fat 123.61 g High
- Saturated Fat 20.48 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 526.18 mg High
- Sodium 315.54 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.0 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 0.11 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.45 mg Low Source
- Potassium 0.27 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.