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An elegant alternative to roast chicken or turkey.

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Yield: 3 Hens

Cook Time: 45 Minutes

Ingredients
INGREDIENTS
–1/2 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed

–1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

–4 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced

–2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, chopped

–1 teaspoon ground cumin

–1 teaspoon kosher salt

– 3 1 1/4 lb Cornish hens

–1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced

–1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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Preparation Method

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together the lime juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, cumin, and salt in a small bowl. 
  2. Pour the marinade into a 1 gallon resealable ziptop bag.
  3. Place the hens in the bag and press to remove as much air as possible before sealing. 
  4. Place the bag in a large bowl or rigid container and into the refrigerator. Allow to marinade at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. 
  5. Place the sliced onions, the hens, and their marinade in a small roasting pan or casserole dish. Season the hens with freshly ground black pepper. 
  6. Place the dish into the oven on the lower rack.
  7. Select the Micro Roast Mode set to 425°F and roast for 45 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached in the thickest part of the breast.