Roasted Cornish Game Hen
Roasted Cornish Game Hen is a succulent poultry dish featuring a small, whole bird, typically seasoned with herbs, garlic, and butter or olive oil, then roasted until the skin is golden and crispy. Originating from the United States in the 1950s, it's often served as an elegant main course for special occasions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and moderate in fat, providing essential nutrients like B vitamins and selenium, with a single bird typically offering around 300-400 calories per serving depending on preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 45 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 40 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 mcg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
Per 1 whole roasted Cornish game hen (approximately 250 g of edible meat and skin) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Cornish game hens are not actually game birds but a crossbreed developed for their tender meat, making them a unique, portion-controlled alternative to larger poultry that's popular in fine dining and holiday meals.
