Cornish Hen with Bulgur-Bacon Stuffing

Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Cornish Hen with Bulgur-Bacon Stuffing
130 min.
2
869kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Cornish Hen with Bulgur-Bacon Stuffing, a dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. This dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also a heartwarming meal that brings comfort to any lunch or dinner table. With a preparation time of just 130 minutes, you can impress your loved ones with a gourmet dish that feels like a special occasion.

The star of this recipe is the tender Rock Cornish hen, which is complemented beautifully by a savory stuffing made from crispy bacon, aromatic onions, and nutritious bulgur. The addition of fresh zucchini and mushrooms adds a burst of flavor and texture, while the hint of thyme elevates the dish to new heights. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and earthy notes, making it a memorable main course.

Perfect for intimate dinners or special gatherings, this dish serves two and is sure to satisfy with its hearty 869 calories per serving. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding, allowing you to create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your home. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress with this exquisite Cornish Hen dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • slice bacon chopped
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • teaspoon chicken soup base 
  • tablespoons bulgur uncooked
  • 0.3 cup zucchini shredded
  • 0.3 cup mushrooms fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves dried fresh chopped
  • 1.5 lb cornish game hens 
  • tablespoon butter melted

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • skewers
  • kitchen scissors

Directions

  1. In 1-quart saucepan, cook bacon and onion over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until bacon is cooked and onion is tender.
  2. Drain bacon and onion. In same saucepan, heat water and bouillon granules to boiling. Stir in bulgur; remove from heat. Cover and let stand 15 minutes. Stir in bacon mixture, zucchini, mushrooms and thyme.
  3. Heat oven to 350°F. Fill body cavity of hen with stuffing. Fasten opening with skewer.
  4. Place hen, breast side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan.
  5. Place meat thermometer in thigh muscle so tip does not touch bone.
  6. Brush with some of the butter.
  7. Bake uncovered 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, brushing occasionally with remaining butter, until juice of hens is clear when thickest pieces are cut to bone (at least 165°F).
  8. Remove stuffing from body cavity.
  9. Cut hen in half along backbone from tail to neck with kitchen scissors.
  10. Serve each hen half with stuffing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories869kcal
Protein29.58%
Fat61.06%
Carbs9.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
83
Glycemic Load
6.57
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.144782530225%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:868.89kcal
43.44%
Fat:58.25g
89.61%
Saturated Fat:15.98g
99.88%
Carbohydrates:20.08g
6.69%
Net Carbohydrates:15.33g
5.58%
Sugar:1.74g
1.93%
Cholesterol:350.99mg
117%
Sodium:593.03mg
25.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:63.49g
126.99%
Vitamin B3:21.44mg
107.22%
Selenium:44.39µg
63.42%
Vitamin B6:1.17mg
58.69%
Phosphorus:584.46mg
58.45%
Vitamin B2:0.69mg
40.6%
Manganese:0.8mg
40.03%
Zinc:4.63mg
30.86%
Potassium:1032.47mg
29.5%
Magnesium:106.67mg
26.67%
Vitamin B5:2.61mg
26.14%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
23.87%
Vitamin B12:1.19µg
19.87%
Iron:3.5mg
19.45%
Fiber:4.74g
18.98%
Copper:0.31mg
15.37%
Vitamin A:679.04IU
13.58%
Vitamin K:9.33µg
8.89%
Vitamin C:7.03mg
8.52%
Vitamin E:1.26mg
8.39%
Folate:26.37µg
6.59%
Calcium:60.06mg
6.01%