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Beer Brined Smoked Cornish Hens

Elevate the traditional smoked chicken with Smoked Cornish Hens which are brined overnight in a zesty beer, herbs, and pepper brine.

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Beer Brined Smoked Cornish Hens
THE METHOD

COOK IT.

01

Set your Pit Boss Lockhart grill to 300°F (Setting the grill at 300°F will keep the top smoker temp between 200°F and 215°F, this could vary depending on the air temp and general weather conditions. You want to keep the upper smoking cabinet between 200°F and 215°F) If you're using a vertical smoker, set temp to 200°F.

02

Stuff your hens with the rosemary, thyme, and lemons. Coat the skin with Pit Boss Chicken & Poultry Rub and freshly ground black pepper.

03

Stuff your hens with the rosemary, thyme, and lemons. Coat the skin with the ales pepper and freshly ground black pepper.

04

Remove the hens to rest. Final temp should be 160°F.

05

Serve these with some great creamed kale or charred asparagus.

RECIPE SOURCE

Originally published by Pit Boss Grills.

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