How to Make Southern Fried Chicken Livers - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Southern cuisine, few dishes are as beloved and iconic as fried chicken. And while the breast and thighs often get all the attention, there's another part of the chicken that's just as delicious: the livers. Southern Fried Chicken Livers are a classic dish that's sure to satisfy any lover of comfort food.

These crispy, golden-brown morsels are packed with flavor and make for a perfect snack or meal. Whether you enjoy them as an appetizer, a side dish, or the main eve...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken livers
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place chicken livers in a colander; rinse with cold water and drain well. Blot dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk egg and milk together in a shallow dish until blended.
  • Place flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into a zip-top bag; shake to combine.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Dip chicken livers in egg mixture to coat, then transfer, one at a time, into flour mixture, shaking the bag to coat completely.
  • Gently place coated livers, a few at a time, into hot oil; cover with a splatter screen and cook until crisp and golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    470 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 459mg
    • Sodium: 87mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 10mg
    • Potassium: 310mg