Proteins
Cornish Hen Nutrition Facts
Cornish hens are young chickens (4-5 weeks) with tender, juicy meat. Each bird is a single serving, making them elegant for dinner parties. Nutritionally similar to chicken but with higher skin-to-meat ratio for more rich flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
12.0g18%
Saturated Fat
3.3g16%
Trans Fat
0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2.6g
Monounsaturated Fat
4.8g
Cholesterol
79mg26%
Sodium
70mg3%
Total Carbohydrate
0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber
-0%
Total Sugars
-
Protein
20.0g40%
Vitamin A
40mcg4%
Vitamin C
-0%
Vitamin D
0.2mcg1%
Vitamin E
0.3mg2%
Vitamin K
1.5mcg1%
Vitamin B6
0.4mg24%
Vitamin B12
0.4mcg17%
Folate
6mcg2%
Calcium
12mg1%
Iron
1.0mg6%
Potassium
200mg4%
Magnesium
21mg5%
Zinc
2.0mg18%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Health Benefits
- ✓Good protein source
- ✓Contains niacin
- ✓Provides zinc
- ✓Tender texture
- ✓Elegant presentation
Best For
Special dinnersIndividual servingsHoliday mealsRomantic dinners
Storage
Refrigerate 1-2 days. Freeze up to 6 months. Roast at 425°F for 45-60 minutes until 165°F internal.
Serving Sizes
1/2 bird323 cal
1 whole bird646 cal
100g190 cal
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Cornish hen and chicken?
Cornish hens are simply young chickens (4-5 weeks old) weighing 1-2 pounds. The meat is more tender and succulent, with a higher proportion of tender white meat to dark meat.
How many Cornish hens per person?
Plan on 1 Cornish hen per person as a main course, or 1 hen for 2 people if serving with substantial sides. A hungry eater can easily finish a whole bird.
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