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TENDER CHICKEN LIVERS WITH ROSEMARY & THYME IN A FLAVORFUL SAUCE

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TENDER CHICKEN LIVERS WITH ROSEMARY & THYME IN A FLAVORFUL SAUCE

TENDER CHICKEN LIVERS WITH ROSEMARY & THYME IN A FLAVORFUL SAUCE

This recipe yields some of the best chicken livers you’ll ever taste. The secret lies in the perfect harmony of rosemary and thyme, while soaking the livers in milk removes bitterness. For a beautiful presentation, avoid stirring too much and gently shake the pan instead. Don’t overcook—the livers should remain tender and flavorful.

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes + 30 minutes soaking

🍳 Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 5

Ingredients

  • 500 g chicken livers
  • 1 large onion (~150 g), thinly sliced
  • ½ tsp dried thyme (or ½ sprig fresh thyme)
  • ½ sprig fresh rosemary
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp natural vegetable seasoning (Vegeta)
  • Salt, to taste
  • 40 g butter
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • Milk (enough to cover livers)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse chicken livers thoroughly in several changes of water. Cover with milk and soak at least 30 minutes to mellow flavor.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter and add oil over medium heat. Add sliced onion and sauté just until softened.
  3. Drain livers well and add to skillet over onions. Cook without stirring much, letting livers brown gently for about 3 minutes per side. Turn each liver carefully. If onions risk sticking or burning, gently shake the pan front to back rather than stirring.
  4. In a cup, dissolve paprika, thyme, pepper, finely chopped rosemary leaves, and vegetable seasoning in water. Pour over livers so they are halfway submerged. Season with salt.
  5. Simmer over medium heat 10-15 minutes, until sauce reduces slightly. Stir minimally to avoid breaking livers, using gentle pan shaking instead.
  6. Serve hot with polenta or mashed potatoes, garnished with chopped parsley.

💡 Tips

  • Soaking livers in milk removes bitterness and smooths texture.
  • Avoid overcooking for tender, juicy livers.
  • Use a non-stick or enameled pan for gentle cooking and easy shaking.
  • Rosemary and thyme are key to the distinctive, delicious flavor.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Rustic, comforting meals
  • Pairing with polenta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread
  • Flavorful, herb-infused offal dishes

📝 Final Thoughts

This chicken liver recipe delivers tender, flavorful results thanks to balanced herbs and careful cooking techniques. The milk soak and gentle handling create a melt-in-your-mouth texture with rich, aromatic sauce.