Honey-Glazed Cornish Hen with Sea Salt and Thyme

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-12 · Updated 2026-07-12

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Oven-roasted Cornish hen glazed with honey and fresh thyme, finished with a light sprinkle of coarse sea salt for a crisp, aromatic skin. This British-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs Cornish chicken leg quarters, honey, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 British cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces Cornish chicken leg quarters
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 tsp Falmouth sea salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp Falmouth sea salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
Step 2: Place 4 Cornish chicken leg quarters in a baking dish and brush the honey-thyme glaze generously all over each piece.
Step 3: Roast uncovered in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, basting with remaining glaze halfway through, until the skin is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.