Description:
Elevate your culinary experience with this bold and flavorful dish: Spicy Chicken Livers with Mushrooms. This recipe combines the rich, earthy tones of mushrooms with the distinct, iron-rich taste of chicken livers, all brought together with a spicy kick that enhances the depth of flavors. Perfect for those who appreciate a hearty, gourmet dish with a bit of heat, it can be served as an appetizer or a main course alongside some fresh bread or over a bed of rice.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound chicken livers, cleaned and trimmed
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2-3 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust based on spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Rinse the chicken livers under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and cut into bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Mushrooms and Onion:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are soft and browned. Remove the mushroom mixture from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken Livers:
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken livers and sear them on each side until they start to brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Reduce the heat to medium, returning the mushroom mixture to the skillet with the livers.
- Sprinkle the smoked paprika and cayenne pepper over the mixture, stirring to combine.
- Simmer:
- Pour in the chicken broth and hot sauce, stirring to lift any bits stuck to the pan.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes or until the livers are cooked through but still tender and the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from heat and check for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutritional Information Estimate (per serving, based on 4 servings):
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 350mg
- Sodium: 480mg
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Protein: 20g
Spicy Chicken Livers with Mushrooms is a dish full of intense flavors and textures. The livers are soft and rich, the mushrooms add earthiness, and the spices provide a delightful heat that makes this dish uniquely satisfying. It’s a perfect choice for those looking to explore the rich flavors of organ meats in a gourmet style.