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Instant Pot Cornish Hen Recipe: Simple & Savory

This Instant Pot Cornish Hen Recipe is simple and savory, perfect for a quick and delicious meal. The Cornish hens are seasoned with a blend of spices and cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Trivet

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 Cornish hens
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions: 

  • Rub the Cornish hens with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Pour chicken broth into the Instant Pot.
  • Place a trivet in the Instant Pot and arrange the seasoned Cornish hens on top.
  • Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
  • Allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then do a quick release.
  • Remove the Cornish hens from the Instant Pot and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

This recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious meal. The Cornish hens are cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot, making them juicy and flavorful.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Cornish Hen, Instant Pot, Savory
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