How to Make Chicken Livers with Red Wine and Bacon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken livers may not be the most popular choice of meat for many, but for those who enjoy offal, they are a real delicacy. Their rich, iron-packed flavor and velvety texture make them a favorite for many adventurous cooks.

One of the best ways to prepare chicken livers is to sauté them with red wine and bacon. The red wine adds a depth of flavor and richness to the dish, while the bacon brings a smoky, salty element that perfectly complements the creaminess of the livers.

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Ingredients

  • 8 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 sweet onion, finely chopped
  • 1 pound chicken livers, rinsed and trimmed
  • 1 ½ cups Burgundy or other dry red wine
  • ¼ cup chopped pitted green olives

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until almost crisp. Remove bacon from the pan and drain on paper towels. Drain off grease from the skillet, leaving a thin coating on the bottom.
  • Using the same skillet, add the onions; cook and stir over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chicken livers, quickly browning them on the outside. Pour in the wine, adding more if needed to cover the chicken livers. Stir in the olives. Cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Just before serving, stir in the bacon.
  • Nutrition

    214 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 287mg
    • Sodium: 465mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 289mg