Why did the Cornish hen cross the road? To get into your air fryer! These mini birds cook so evenly and develop an incredibly crispy skin. It is like having a personal Thanksgiving dinner on a random Tuesday.
Quick Reference
Temp
360°F
Time
40 min
Flip?
Halfway
Prep
10 min
Spray surface firstdinner
Preheat air fryer to 360F.
Pat the Cornish hen completely dry inside and out.
Rub generously with olive oil and seasonings.
Place the hen breast-side down in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 20 minutes, then carefully flip the hen breast-side up.
Cook for another 15-20 minutes until the internal temp reaches 165F.