Air Fryer Cornish Game Hens

Name: Air Fryer Cornish Game Hens
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 Cornish game hens; 1 onion (small, sliced into wedges); 6 cloves garlic (smashed or minced); 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp barbecue seasoning dry rub (or your favorite dry rub)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:35min

Air Fryer Cornish Game Hens make a big statement on the dinner table, even though they are small birds. They have plenty of meat, especially breast meat, and cook beautifully in the air fryer with crisp skin and juicy meat. Coat them with barbecue dry rub or your favorite seasoning blend for an easy main dish that feels special without being fussy.

Updated at: Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:10:30 GMT