Stuffed Capon
Stuffed Capon is a classic European dish featuring a whole, deboned capon (a castrated rooster) filled with a savory stuffing, typically made from breadcrumbs, herbs, ground meat, and sometimes fruits or nuts. It is a festive centerpiece, often associated with Christmas or Easter celebrations in countries like Italy, France, and Spain. The dish is known for its rich flavor and tender, juicy meat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates depending on the stuffing. It provides significant amounts of B vitamins (especially niacin and B6), phosphorus, and selenium, with a rough calorie ballpark of 450-600 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 520 kcal |
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 12 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Selenium | 38 mcg |
| Potassium | 410 mg |
| Zinc | 3.2 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 mcg |
Per 1 serving (300 g) of stuffed capon with stuffing · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Capon meat is prized for being more tender and flavorful than standard chicken due to the bird's unique physiology and diet. Nutritionally, it offers a complete protein profile with all essential amino acids, making it a traditional choice for celebratory meals symbolizing abundance.
