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Appetizers » Chicken Liver Paté

Chicken Liver Paté

by Lynne Webb on August 1, 2016 (Updated September 2, 2021) // Leave a Comment

Our paté recipe uses a sautéed chicken livers lightly flavored with a touch of brandy to make a smooth, spreadable paté to serve as an appetizer with crackers or slices of toasted baguette.
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Chicken Liver Paté

There are several different ways to make chicken liver paté, the most common being the classic Jewish version made with schmaltz (rendered chicken fat) and hard boiled eggs.

Our recipe is a little lighter and uses a simple combination of sautéed chicken livers, chopped onion, garlic and a splash of brandy to add depth of flavor.

Chicken Liver Paté

Chicken Liver Paté

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Our paté recipe uses a sautéed chicken livers lightly flavored with a touch of brandy to make a smooth, spreadable paté to serve as an appetizer with crackers or slices of toasted baguette.
Yield: 8 to 10 servings
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time : 30 mins
Total Time : 40 mins
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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb chicken livers, see notes
  • 1 cup milk, optional – see recipe notes
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons brandy
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of ground allspice

Instructions 

  • Trim the chicken livers of any visible fat and sinew and cut the larger pieces in half. Place in a shallow bowl and add the milk to cover (see notes).
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 to 90 minutes, then drain thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels before cooking.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft and translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, 1 minute longer.
  • Add the chicken livers, brandy, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a few grinds of black pepper and a pinch of allspice. Continue cooking, stirring often, until the livers are cooked through but still pink in the center, 7 to 9 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning, then remove from the heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Once cooled, purée the mixture in a food processor until smooth and transfer to a small bowl for serving.
    Note: If you'd like a slightly creamier texture for your paté you can add a little mayonnaise (1 to 2 tablespoons) and process until blended.
  • Serve paté on crackers or thin slices of toasted baguette. Top with chopped fresh chives or paper-thin slices of sweet onion if desired.

Recipe Notes

Soaking the chicken livers in milk can help to mellow the flavor and ensure that they don't develop a bitter taste when cooked.
It's an important step when cooking beef liver, but many people don't feel it's necessary with chicken livers. We happen to think soaking makes for better flavor in the end product, but you can certainly skip the process if you prefer.
When shopping for chicken livers we recommend looking for an organic brand that raises their chickens humanely.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Liver Paté
Amount per Serving
Calories
149
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Cholesterol
 
322
mg
107
%
Sodium
 
97
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
15
g
30
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Have you tried this recipe?Did you add your own special touch? We’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment and a rating to share your thoughts with others.

Author: Lynne Webb | 

Course: Appetizers
 | 
Cuisine: French

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