Description
Chicken Liver Paté brings comfort straight from French kitchens to your dinner table with rich, silky flavors that melt perfectly on crusty bread. Creamy and elegant, this classic spread turns simple ingredients into a luxurious appetizer your guests will absolutely adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb Chicken Livers
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 Medium Onion
- 3 Cloves Garlic
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
Seasoning and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 Teaspoon Thyme
- 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh Parsley
Instructions
- Rinse 1 lb of chicken livers under cold water. Carefully trim any excess fat or discolored parts. Pat the livers completely dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning.
- Melt 4 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onions become translucent and soft.
- Crank the heat to medium-high. Carefully place the dried chicken livers into the skillet. Sprinkle 1 tsp of thyme, salt, and pepper across the livers. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Flip the livers and cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes. Aim for a slightly pink center to keep them tender and avoid overcooking.
- Pour 1 tbsp of balsamic vinegar into the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any caramelized bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the vinegar simmer for 30-45 seconds.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Transfer the livers to a serving plate. Chop fresh parsley and sprinkle generously over the top as a bright, fresh garnish.
Notes
- Pat the chicken livers completely dry before cooking to ensure a nice golden-brown exterior and prevent splattering.
- Work quickly when cooking livers since they can turn tough and grainy if overcooked, so aim for a slightly pink center.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and confirm all ingredients meet dietary restrictions.
- Consider using fresh thyme instead of dried for a more vibrant herb flavor that complements the rich liver texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 206 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 330 mg