Cornish Hen in Port Wine and Fig Preserves

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Cornish Hen in Port Wine and Fig Preserves
45 min.
2
576kcal

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Delight your tastebuds with this exquisite Cornish Hen in Port Wine and Fig Preserves, a dish that truly elevates any meal from ordinary to extraordinary. Ideal for an intimate dinner or a lunch gathering, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is simple yet sophisticated, making it perfect for culinary enthusiasts and novices alike. The tender Cornish game hen soaks up the sweet and savory flavors of the rich fig preserves and aromatic port wine, creating a delectable sauce that transforms each bite into a memorable experience.

In just 45 minutes, you can prepare a meal that not only impresses but also nourishes. With 576 calories per serving, it makes for a hearty and satisfying main course. Imagine the harmonious blend of sweet figs and the warm notes of port wine enveloping your palate while the fresh rosemary infuses the hen with an aromatic herbal twist. Whether it’s a cozy dinner for two or a lavish lunch, this dish is sure to become a treasured recipe in your culinary repertoire. Embrace the simplicity and elegance of slow cooking, and allow yourself to savor the joy of creating a delicious, restaurant-quality meal at home.

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  •  cornish game hens 
  • 0.3 cup let set min. spread 
  • sprigs rosemary leaves fresh
  • 0.3 cup port wine 
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Coat the inside of a 3 1/2-quart slow cooker with cooking spray, if desired.
  2. Sprinkle the hen liberally with salt and pepper. Insert rosemary into cavity.
  3. Transfer hen to the slow cooker.
  4. Stir together the fig preserves and port wine in a small bowl and pour over hen.
  5. Cover and cook on High for 5 hours.
  6. Taste, and season again with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve sauce over hen.
  8. Reprinted with permission from Slow Cooking for Two by Cynthia Graubart, © 2013 Gibbs Smith

Nutrition Facts

Calories576kcal
Protein29.08%
Fat53.3%
Carbs17.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.5
Glycemic Load
10.45
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
14.177826140238%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
1.99mg
Delphinidin
1.17mg
Malvidin
28.45mg
Peonidin
1.18mg
Catechin
2.96mg
Epicatechin
2.27mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:576.22kcal
28.81%
Fat:31.57g
48.57%
Saturated Fat:8.76g
54.75%
Carbohydrates:23.49g
7.83%
Net Carbohydrates:23.14g
8.41%
Sugar:15.91g
17.68%
Cholesterol:227.25mg
75.75%
Sodium:342.75mg
14.9%
Alcohol:4.59g
100%
Alcohol %:2.05%
100%
Protein:38.76g
77.53%
Vitamin B3:12.84mg
64.22%
Selenium:27.27µg
38.95%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.5%
Phosphorus:323.24mg
32.32%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.09%
Zinc:2.63mg
17.52%
Potassium:582.2mg
16.63%
Vitamin B5:1.39mg
13.88%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.38%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.62%
Magnesium:44.59mg
11.15%
Iron:1.98mg
11.01%
Copper:0.15mg
7.68%
Vitamin K:5.56µg
5.3%
Vitamin A:246.47IU
4.93%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.86%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.43%
Vitamin C:3.61mg
4.38%
Calcium:33.63mg
3.36%
Folate:9.96µg
2.49%
Fiber:0.35g
1.39%
Source:Epicurious