The Best Chicken Liver Recipe in White Wine Sauce (2024)

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This rich onion and garlic flavored Sautéed Chicken Liver Recipe is a must try!

Chicken liver cooks in caramelized onion, white wine and cream, all under 30 minutes. A quick main dish to serve with my favorite Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes.The Best Chicken Liver Recipe in White Wine Sauce (1)

There are so many good nutrients and antioxidants in chicken liver like Zinc, Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12,Iron & more.

Even tho chicken liver is full of nutrients, it is recommended not to eat too much of it. Eating once a week is a perfect amount.

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How to Sauté Chicken Liver:

Using a skillet over medium/high heat, heat oil, add onion and cook until golden color about 5 minutes.

Add garlic, cook for 1 minute.

Into the skillet add chicken liver, cook on medium/ high heat for 5-7 minutes or until chicken livers are cooked thru and has light pink color inside.

Pour in white wine and heavy whipping cream. Sprinkle thyme, paprika, salt and pepper to taste. Stir and bring it to a gently boil.

Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Enjoy with Homemade No-Knead Bread orCheesy Scalloped Potatoes.

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The Best Sauteed Chicken Livers Recipe in White Wine Sauce

Love Keil

This is the best sautéed chicken liver recipe, cooked with onion and white wine sauce. It tastes incredible!

4.79 from 14 votes

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course EASY, Main Dish, Quick &amp, Under 30 Minutes

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 262 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1-2 lb chicken livers sliced in half & white stuff removed
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup white whine
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

How to Sauté Chicken Liver:

  • Using a skillet over medium/high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of oil, add onion and cook until golden color about 5 minutes.

  • Add garlic, cook for 1 minute.

  • Into the skillet add chicken liver, cook on medium/ high heat for 5-7 minutes or until chicken is cooked thru and has light pink color inside.

  • Pour in 1/4 cup of white wine and 1/4 cup of heavy whipping cream. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of paprika and salt and pepper to taste. Stir and bring it to a gently boil.

  • Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Enjoy with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes.

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 408mgSodium: 86mgPotassium: 330mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 12905IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 10mg

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28 Comments

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    Rosana Isabel

    April 8, 2023 at 7:05 PM·Reply

    Delicious and easy to follow.

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      Munchkin Time

      April 10, 2023 at 8:20 AM·Reply

      Thank you! 😀

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    Andy

    January 16, 2023 at 12:17 PM·Reply

    I’m a Group Home Manager & my Residents LOVED this Delightful Recipe & over rice Thank You

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      Munchkin Time

      January 16, 2023 at 3:27 PM·Reply

      Thank you, Andy! I am so happy they love this recipe, over rice sounds like a perfection!

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    Louise

    December 4, 2022 at 3:49 PM·Reply

    The Best Chicken Liver Recipe in White Wine Sauce (11)
    Excellent and so easy. Served over rice. Next time I might add a bit of Dijon and a few capers but it is a winner as it is.

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      Munchkin Time

      December 5, 2022 at 10:44 AM·Reply

      Thank you so much Louise! I am so happy you like this chicken liver recipe! 😀

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    Jeffrey Howard Brown

    July 16, 2022 at 10:31 AM·Reply

    The Best Chicken Liver Recipe in White Wine Sauce (14)
    Great recipe. I have ten Chicken liver recipes (Weird, I know) and this one is in the top two. My Italian preparation (Cibreo) is almost as good as this recipe. I added a 1/2 teaspoon of capers, but everything else was to your specifications.

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      Munchkin Time

      July 19, 2022 at 12:39 PM·Reply

      Thank you Jeffrey, for your awesome recipe review! So happy you like this chicken liver recipe!

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The Best Chicken Liver Recipe in White Wine Sauce (2024)

FAQs

Do you rinse the milk off chicken livers before cooking? ›

Place livers in a colander and rinse under cold water; discard milk. Cut each liver in half. Pour ½ cup oil into large skillet and bring to 350°.

How can I make my liver more flavorful? ›

Liver has a distinct and strong flavor that is tough for some to get over. Cooking it with pungent foods really tones down the "liverness" of the dish. To Do: I believe onions and garlic are almost a necessity when cooking liver. Also try bacon, chilies, and aromatic herbs like thyme or sage.

What wine pairs well with chicken livers? ›

For chicken liver, the preparation matters a lot, but I've loved 1998 Austrians (both Riesling and GV) with chicken liver mousse, as the botrytis brings a richness that complements the mousse with a palate cleansing fresh acidity. Jura whites would offer similar elements. A nice Chianti … with some fava beans.

How do you make chicken livers not bitter? ›

That's the key here, avoid overcooking.
  1. Rinse livers clean.
  2. Dry thoroughly.
  3. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Sear quickly in a skillet with minimal oil over medium-high heat.
  5. Add a small amount of stock, wine, water, lemon or orange juice, or rice vinegar.
  6. Cover tightly at once and remove from heat.
  7. Allow to rest a few minutes.
Dec 17, 2018

What happens if you don't soak liver in milk? ›

Don't skip this step! Some people say that liver has a metallic taste, bitter taste or slightly gamey taste. If you soak it in milk for 1-2 hours prior to cooking, it removes much of the bitter taste.

Why do chefs soak liver in milk? ›

Soak the liver in a dish or bowl of milk for 30-60 minutes. This is an important step in removing the bitter flavor from the liver. Salt and pepper the liver generously, and leave it out at room temperature while you prepare the remaining ingredients. Pat the liver dry.

What makes chicken liver taste good? ›

In the case of chicken liver, the flavor is already quite strong, and these tips help to mellow it out for the best overall taste. Soak liver in milk for 1-2 hours before cooking. If you follow a strict paleo diet, you can use coconut milk instead of dairy milk; you'll get the same benefit of mellowing out the flavor.

What are the disadvantages of chicken liver? ›

Here are some possible drawbacks of eating large amounts of liver: High cholesterol. Liver is high in dietary cholesterol. While many people can eat high-cholesterol foods without a problem, people trying to lower their cholesterol or who take cholesterol medications should watch their intake.

What makes the liver taste better? ›

Soak Liver in Lemon Juice Or Milk

After it's done soaking, pat the liver dry with clean paper towels and cook it however you'd like. Soaking liver in an acid can help cut down on some of the metallic or “iron” taste common in beef and lamb liver.

When should you not eat chicken livers? ›

Because of this, if you eat an excess of liver, and therefore Vitamin A, it is possible to develop a toxicity that leads to vision problems, bone pain, increased risk of fractures, nausea, and vomiting [*]. This is also why doctors recommend that pregnant women avoid eating livers during pregnancy.

What wine is good for chicken in white wine sauce? ›

Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc are perfect dry white wines to use in this recipe. If you don't cook with wine, chicken broth can be used, although the wine is more crucial in this sauce than in most of my others, since it's a wine-based sauce.

Which wine is best for liver? ›

Yes, red wine is often the richest source of resveratrol in the diet, and resveratrol supports liver health [8]. But, wine is also a source of alcohol, which damages liver health. No need to go pour out your glass, just be reticent of moderation.

Why do you soak chicken livers in milk? ›

Chicken livers are sometimes soaked in buttermilk for adding a more complex flavor. What is universally recognized is removing the thin membrane surrounding the organ.

Should I rinse chicken livers before cooking? ›

Do not wash or rinse raw meat or poultry before you cook it. Washing can cause bacteria found on the surface of meat or poultry to be spread to ready-to-eat foods, kitchen utensils, and counter surfaces. This is called cross-contamination. Rinse fruits and vegetables before eating.

Why do I hate chicken liver? ›

While it's milder in flavor than beef or pork liver, it still has a strong meaty and mineraly taste that some people find off-putting. What's more, the liver's soft mealy texture can quickly turn hard when cooked for just a hair too long.

Do you rinse chicken after soaking in milk? ›

It's not necessary to rinse the chicken after marinating it in milk. Simply pat the chicken dry with paper towels before cooking it. This will help to ensure that the milk and any added flavors from the marinade are absorbed into the chicken during the cooking process.

Do you need to rinse chicken livers before cooking? ›

Chicken livers are a cheap but nutritious type of meat. To prevent them from tasting bitter and to make sure they cook properly, it's important to clean them correctly before you cook them. Soaking the livers in cold water and then removing any connective tissue will give you clean livers that are ready to cook.

Why are chicken livers soaked in milk? ›

Soaking livers of any kind in a milk and salt mixture removes excess blood from the livers. Resulting in a smoother, less game like and a more pleasurable taste for the majority of people. Of course soaking is not really needed. Simple as that really.

Should the liver be rinsed before cooking? ›

Absolutely! It is also a good idea to lightly rinse the liver before patting dry and placing in whole milk (to cover), soak in fridge for about an hour before coating with flour and frying. After doing this, you'll find that the taste is unbelievable!

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