Honey-Poppy Seed Cornish Hens

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Honey-Poppy Seed Cornish Hens
105 min.
4
553kcal

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If you’re looking to impress your guests with a delightful and unique dish, look no further than these Honey-Poppy Seed Cornish Hens. This deliciously easy recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also brings a mouthwatering sweetness balanced with a hint of spice that will leave everyone raving about their meal.

Cooking Cornish hens might seem intimidating, but they are surprisingly easy to prepare. With a cooking time of just 105 minutes, you can enjoy tender, juicy poultry with a delightful glaze that combines the rich flavors of honey with the earthy notes of poppy seeds. The infusion of ground ginger and mustard powder elevates the flavor profile, creating a dish that's perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering.

What’s more, this recipe is not solely limited to dinner; it makes for an impressive lunch option as well. Serve these beautifully roasted hens with a side of seasonal vegetables or a fresh salad, and you have a balanced meal that's sure to satisfy. Get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to a culinary experience that’s as exquisite as it is simple to make!

Ingredients

  •  rock cornish hens 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground mustard 
  • tablespoon poppy seeds 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • oven
  • whisk
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray rack of shallow roasting pan with non-stick spray.
  2. Cut each hen in half; place skin side down in roasting pan.
  3. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Whisk together the honey, poppy seeds, mustard and ginger.
  5. Brush over both sides of the hens.
  6. Roast uncovered for 1 hour turning once.

Nutrition Facts

Calories553kcal
Protein28.58%
Fat53.58%
Carbs17.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.32
Glycemic Load
12.18
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
15.405652186145%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:553.39kcal
27.67%
Fat:32.78g
50.42%
Saturated Fat:8.88g
55.51%
Carbohydrates:24.55g
8.18%
Net Carbohydrates:23.85g
8.67%
Sugar:23.33g
25.92%
Cholesterol:227.25mg
75.75%
Sodium:429.9mg
18.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.33g
78.66%
Vitamin B3:12.9mg
64.49%
Selenium:28.86µg
41.23%
Phosphorus:342.94mg
34.29%
Vitamin B6:0.68mg
34.11%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.44%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.27%
Zinc:2.89mg
19.27%
Potassium:575.73mg
16.45%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.08%
Magnesium:52.88mg
13.22%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.66%
Iron:2.26mg
12.57%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.38%
Copper:0.17mg
8.36%
Calcium:62.51mg
6.25%
Vitamin K:5.85µg
5.57%
Vitamin A:244.71IU
4.89%
Vitamin E:0.71mg
4.74%
Fiber:0.7g
2.81%
Folate:10.47µg
2.62%
Vitamin C:1.34mg
1.63%
Source:Allrecipes