These wine-braised chicken livers offer a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth texture paired with a savory-sweet sauce. The combination of butter, minced onion, and dry white wine creates a sophisticated flavor profile that balances the natural richness of the liver. A splash of catsup adds a subtle depth and gloss, making this dish an elegant yet approachable appetizer. Perfect for entertaining or a quick weeknight dinner, they are best served warm over simple rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices.
Wine & Chicken Livers
Description
These wine-braised chicken livers offer a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth texture paired with a savory-sweet sauce. The combination of butter, minced onion, and dry white wine creates a sophisticated flavor profile that balances the natural richness of the liver. A splash of catsup adds a subtle depth and gloss, making this dish an elegant yet approachable appetizer. Perfect for entertaining or a quick weeknight dinner, they are best served warm over simple rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices.Ingredients
Directions
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Place 2 tablespoons of butter in a 10-inch microwave-safe skillet and heat uncovered for 30 seconds until melted.
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In a plastic bag, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.
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Coat each chicken liver thoroughly with the seasoned flour mixture.
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Place the coated livers in the skillet with the melted butter.
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Microwave uncovered for 4 minutes.
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Turn the livers over and microwave uncovered for an additional 3 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through.
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Stir in the minced onion, catsup, and white wine.
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Cover the skillet and microwave for 1 1/2 minutes.
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Stir the sauce and livers gently.
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Microwave uncovered for an additional 1 1/2 minutes to let the sauce thicken slightly.
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Serve immediately, optionally with cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 530.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25.7g40%
- Saturated Fat 7.3g37%
- Cholesterol 151.5mg51%
- Sodium 2656.6mg111%
- Total Carbohydrate 9.9g4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 0.9g
- Protein 47.2g95%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If chicken livers begin to pop during cooking, pierce them with the tines of a fork to allow steam to escape from the thin membrane surrounding the liver.
Ensure your skillet is microwave-safe and non-metallic before starting.
