KETO VERDICTYES
Cornish hen is keto-friendly with 0g net carbs per 100g. It’s a small, tender bird that makes an easy single portion. Naturally lean–moderate fat—so pair with butter, ghee, olive oil, or skin-on roasting to hit keto macros.
Is Cornish Hen Keto?
Poultry
YOUR PORTION
How much are you having?
Scale the published reference values to your portion.
Per 100 g (as listed by source). Curated estimate; estimated values.
How this is calculated
total carbohydrate - fiber. Each published value is multiplied by your portion divided by the reference amount. No extra fiber, sugar alcohol or allulose deductions are applied here.
Grams and milliliters are not interchangeable. Household measures require a food-specific conversion; check your scale or product label.
0gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 0g
- Fiber
- 0g
- Protein
- 26g
- Fat
- 8.5g
- Calories
- 195
Cornish hen is keto-friendly with 0g net carbs per 100g. It’s a small, tender bird that makes an easy single portion. Naturally lean–moderate fat—so pair with butter, ghee, olive oil, or skin-on roasting to hit keto macros.
- Net carbs (100 g)0g
- Protein (100 g)26g
- Fat (100 g)8.5g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
0g
Total Carbs
0g
Fiber
0g
Protein
26g
Fat
8.5g
Calories
195
Source: Curated estimate
Source fit: curated estimate; not an exact source match
Net-carb calculation: total carbohydrate - fiber
A USDA reference record exists, but the displayed basis or macros do not directly reproduce it, so KetoLens does not attribute these values to USDA. Check the current label for packaged products.
Nutrition record reviewed 2026-07-09. Maintained by KetoLens Team.
WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY
- Zero net carbs: no impact on ketosis
- Solid protein (~26g/100g) supports muscle maintenance
- Skin-on prep adds fat for better keto macro balance
- Small whole bird = convenient individual portion
- Versatile flavors: takes on herbs, citrus, and spice blends
- Works with low-carb sides (cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles)
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
ROASTED WITH HERBS
Season inside and out with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs; roast at 425°F (220°C) for 45–50 min until skin is crisp.
LEMON BUTTER ROASTED
Stuff with lemon and herbs; brush with melted butter/ghee; roast at 400°F (205°C) ~50 min, basting occasionally.
GARLIC AND ROSEMARY
Rub with garlic-infused butter and rosemary; roast at 425°F (220°C) for 45–50 min until juices run clear.
GRILLED SPICED
Spatchcock, season with cumin and paprika; grill over medium heat 25–30 min, turning to prevent flare-ups.
SLOW-COOKER COMFORT
Set on aromatics with broth and herbs; cook on LOW ~6 hours for fall-apart tenderness.
PAN-ROASTED CREAMY
Sear skin-side down, finish in oven at 375°F (190°C); make a quick cream-and-herb pan sauce.