Dazzle your family and friends with this insanely delicious air fryer cornish hen recipe! It's perfect for a small family gathering and adds elegance to a special occasion.
First, thoroughly rinse the whole chicken over running water, then pat dry with a paper towel.
Preheat your air fryer to 360F.
Get a large bowl and spray the cornish hen with some olive oil.
Rub the chicken seasoning all over the entire chicken.
Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, breast side down, and air fry for 30 minutes.
Flip with a pair of tongs and then air fry for an additional 10-15 minutes. Use a digital thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165F.
Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
This recipe serves 1 and contains 0 net carbs per serving.
It is always a good idea to make sure the chicken is dry before putting it in an air fryer, so it cooks faster.
Rub the insides of the hen with the dry rub so that it is fully seasoned. For more flavor, season the flesh under the skin all over the bird.
When checking for doneness with a thermometer, make sure the thermometer is not touching bone but flesh only. Bone tends to be hotter while cooking, so the thermometer might give you a false reading.