Rotisserie Cornish Hen in Air Fryer Oven

Step 1: Prepare the Cornish Hen

Pat the Cornish hen dry thoroughly with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispy skin.

Step 2: Season the Chicken

Drizzle olive oil over the chicken, then generously sprinkle with lemon pepper seasoning and paprika. Massage the seasonings into the chicken, ensuring it's fully coated on all sides.

Step 3: Prepare for Rotisserie

Carefully place the seasoned chicken onto the rotisserie skewer. It is recommended to tie the legs and wings to the body of the chicken to keep them secure during rotation.

Step 4: Air Fry the Chicken

Place the rotisserie skewer with the chicken into the air fryer oven. Cook at 370°F (≈190°C) (approximately 190°C) for 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches a safe level (165°F (≈75°C) (approximately 75°C) or 74°C (≈165°F) (approximately 165°F)).

• Pat the Cornish hen dry thoroughly with paper towels before seasoning to ensure crispy skin.

• Best to tie the legs and wings of the chicken if using a rotisserie skewer to prevent them from flopping around during cooking.

• Experiment with different seasoning blends like garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, or rosemary.