Bacon-Wrapped Duck Breast Halves
Bacon-Wrapped Duck Breast Halves balance rich, succulent duck with smoky, crisp bacon for a satisfying bite in every slice. A brief brine and tangy Italian marinade keep the meat tender and flavorful, making it a great centerpiece for a cozy dinner or special weekend meal alongside wild rice and warm bread.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Duck Breast Halves, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 32 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 20
- Heart Health
- 41
- Metabolic
- 51
- Digestive
- 65
- Inflammatory
- 78
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Mix the salt and water. Reserve 2/3 of the mixture, and pour the remainder into a glass baking dish. Soak the duck in the salt water overnight to remove the gamey flavor. Change the salt water twice, or until it is mostly clear.
- 2
The next morning, discard the salt water, pour salad dressing over the duck breasts, and marinate for at least 8 hours.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Wrap each breast half with one strip of bacon, and secure it with a toothpick. Place the breasts in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 4
Bake for about 1 hour, or until the bacon is crisp and the duck is cooked through.
- Calories 999.61 kcal High 50%
- Protein 84.97 g Good Source 170%
- Carbohydrate 30.75 g 11%
- Total Fat 58.39 g High 75%
- Saturated Fat 13.4 g High 67%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 437.29 mg High 146%
- Sodium 1380.56 mg High 60%
- Dietary Fiber 7.42 g Good Source 27%
- Total Sugars 26.96 g --
- Added Sugars 19.31 g High 39%
- Calcium 44.38 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 10.6 mg Good Source 59%
- Potassium 83.23 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 49.38 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 10.15 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Bacon Wrapped Duck Breast Halves is made with 6 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Duck Breast, Honey Sticks, and Italian Dressing. Each serving provides about 999.61 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bacon-Wrapped Duck Breast Halves made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Duck Breast, Honey Sticks, Italian Dressing, Salt. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bacon-Wrapped Duck Breast Halves?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 999.61 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bacon-Wrapped Duck Breast Halves easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Bacon-Wrapped Duck Breast Halves healthy?
- Bacon-Wrapped Duck Breast Halves has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 999.61 calories and 84.97 g of protein, or 170% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1380.56 mg (60% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 13.4 g (67% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 19.31 g (39% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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