Description
Spicy chicken livers with mushrooms make a quick, protein-rich dinner packed with bold flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy sautéed dish is perfect for busy weeknights! 🍽️🔥
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken livers, rinsed and trimmed
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter or oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup chicken broth (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse chicken livers, pat dry, and trim excess tissue. Slice mushrooms and finely chop onion and garlic.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add mushrooms to the skillet, cooking until they release moisture and turn golden brown.
- Add Chicken Livers: Increase heat to medium-high, add chicken livers, and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until seared.
- Season the Dish: Stir in paprika, chili flakes, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to coat evenly.
- Enhance the Flavor: Add Worcestershire sauce and optional chicken broth. Simmer for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Finish & Serve: Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice over, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Warm in a skillet over low heat with a little oil or broth.
- Spice Adjustment: Reduce or omit chili flakes for a milder version.
- Pairings: Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: international
Keywords: spicy chicken livers, quick liver recipe, chicken livers with mushrooms, easy sautéed liver, high-protein dinner