Grilled Cornish Hens

Ingredients

• 18 gSalt
• 6 gPepper
• 9 gCayenne pepper
• 10.5 gBell pepper
• 12 gLemon pepper
• 2 gRosemary
• 8.5 gGarlic powder
• 2 pcsChicken
• 30 gBacon fat

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare spice rub

   • Combine all seasonings in a bowl and mix well.
2. 2

   Prepare and marinate hens

   • Spatchcock the hens (remove the backbone and press flat).
   • Brush the hens all over with melted bacon fat.
   • Massage the spice rub into the hens.
   • Refrigerate, covered, for at least 1 hour (or up to 8 hours).
3. 3

   Grill

   • Preheat a charcoal grill using a chimney starter and set up for medium heat.
   • Place the hens breast-side down on the grill.
   • Turn frequently and grill until both thigh and breast reach an internal temperature of 74 °C.
   • Brush with additional bacon fat if needed while grilling.
4. 4

   Rest and serve

   • Remove hens from grill and let rest for 10 minutes.
   • Serve whole or halved.