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Spicy Chicken Livers with Mushrooms

Spicy Chicken Livers with Mushrooms is a bold and flavorful dish that brings warmth to your dining table. The tender chicken livers are sautéed to perfection, soaking up the robust spices and earthy flavor of mushrooms. This quick-to-prepare recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, delivering an explosion of taste in every bite. With nutrient-dense ingredients like iron-rich chicken livers and antioxidant-packed mushrooms, this dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also nourishes your body. Serve it over creamy polenta, alongside crusty bread, or with steamed rice for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

  • Fresh chicken livers
  • Button or cremini mushrooms
  • Medium onion
  • Minced garlic
  • Paprika
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Clean chicken livers under cold water and pat dry. Slice mushrooms, chop onion, and mince garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 4-5 minutes), then add minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until golden brown (around 5-7 minutes).
  4. Stir in cleaned chicken livers along with paprika and cayenne pepper. Cook for 10 minutes until livers are cooked through yet tender.
  5. Serve hot, drizzling any remaining juices over the livers.
  • Author: Larissa W.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 380mg

Keywords: To prevent overcooking, aim for slightly pink centers in the chicken livers. Adjust spice levels by modifying cayenne pepper based on your heat preference. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for extra flavor and presentation.