Roast Cornish Game Hens with Orange-Teriyaki Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
28%
Roast Cornish Game Hens with Orange-Teriyaki Sauce
45 min.
4
1014kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Roast Cornish Game Hens with Orange-Teriyaki Sauce—a dish that perfectly balances flavor, health, and elegance. This recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs, but it also comes together in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for a quick yet impressive meal.

Imagine tender Cornish game hens marinated in a vibrant combination of ginger, orange juice, and teriyaki glaze, infusing every bite with a sweet and savory explosion. As they roast to golden perfection, the mouthwatering aroma fills your kitchen, elevating your dining experience to one that rivals fine dining restaurants. With only 1014 calories in total, this dish serves four and is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any special occasion.

Whether you're looking to impress your family or host a dinner party, this elegant main course promises satisfaction and flavor. Serve it alongside your favorite vegetables or a light salad, and you have a meal that not only tastes incredible but is also visually appealing. Get ready to take your taste buds on a delightful journey with this irresistible recipe!

Ingredients

  • pound cornish game hens 
  • tablespoon ginger minced peeled
  •  spring onion finely chopped
  • 0.7 cup chicken broth canned
  • cup orange juice 
  • tablespoons orange zest grated
  • cup teriyaki sauce thick

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Whisk first 5 ingredients in bowl to blend for marinade.
  2. Place hens in plastic bag.
  3. Add 1 cup marinade; seal bag.
  4. Let hens marinate 1 hour at room temperature or refrigerate up to 3 hours, turning bag occasionally. Reserve remaining marinade.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  6. Place rack on large rimmed baking sheet. Arrange hens on rack; drizzle with marinade from bag. Roast hens until cooked through and brown, basting occasionally with reserved marinade from bowl, about 1 hour.
  7. Transfer hens to platter. Scrape juices into pan; add broth and any remaining marinade. Bring sauce to boil. Season with salt and pepper; spoon over hens.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1014kcal
Protein33.74%
Fat58.15%
Carbs8.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.75
Glycemic Load
3.51
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
32.89217397441%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
7.41mg
Naringenin
1.33mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1013.61kcal
50.68%
Fat:64.01g
98.48%
Saturated Fat:17.74g
110.86%
Carbohydrates:20.09g
6.7%
Net Carbohydrates:19.23g
6.99%
Sugar:15.72g
17.47%
Cholesterol:458.13mg
152.71%
Sodium:3048.95mg
132.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:83.58g
167.16%
Vitamin B3:27.55mg
137.73%
Selenium:54.49µg
77.85%
Phosphorus:773.91mg
77.39%
Vitamin B6:1.45mg
72.71%
Vitamin B2:0.86mg
50.87%
Vitamin C:39.69mg
48.11%
Potassium:1437.05mg
41.06%
Zinc:5.42mg
36.13%
Magnesium:136.59mg
34.15%
Vitamin K:35.79µg
34.09%
Vitamin B5:3.05mg
30.51%
Iron:5.18mg
28.78%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
27.94%
Vitamin B12:1.54µg
25.6%
Copper:0.36mg
17.91%
Vitamin A:746.12IU
14.92%
Folate:46.74µg
11.69%
Vitamin E:1.37mg
9.15%
Calcium:90.04mg
9%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.22%
Fiber:0.86g
3.44%
Source:Epicurious