Remove cornish hens from packaging and pat completely dry.
Rub the cornish hens with olive oil all over the cornish hens and inside the cavity.
Sprinkle herb blend all over the cornish hens. Rub inside and outside.
Cut the lemons into quarters. Place 1-2 pieces of the lemon and a fresh rosemary sprig in the cavity of each hen.
If desired, tie the ends of the two legs together with twine (this is optional but will help prevent the legs from drying out.)
Place, breast side down, in the air fryer. We were able to fit two hens in the basket of the air fryer.
Cook at 380° for 20 minutes, then turn the hens breast side up and continue cooking 10-15 minutes longer, until the internal temperature registers 165°F.
Notes
Storage:Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or freeze up to 1 month.Notes: Cornish hens are small and quick to prepare. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Cook time will vary depending on the number of hens in the air fryer basket. For the juiciest hen, do not overcook.Each hen will serve 1 person, calculate 1 pound of meat per person.