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Louisiana-inspired Cajun Chicken Giblets: A Savory Delight
Savoury Giblets Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes | 🥘 Yield: 4 servings | 🍽️ Category: One Dish Meal
Description:
Transport yourself to the flavors of Louisiana with this timeless recipe for savory chicken hearts and gizzards. Inspired by an old TV cooking show featuring a charming Louisiana cook, this dish is bursting with flavor and nostalgia. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it’s easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying. With its very low carb content, it’s also a great option for those watching their carb intake.
Ingredients:
- 2-3 chicken livers
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 437.5
- Fat: 20.9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 544.8mg
- Sodium: 1386.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 1.1g
- Protein: 40.8g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a saucepan, combine garlic powder, onion powder, dry white wine, water, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. |
| 2 | Once boiling, add the chicken livers to the saucepan. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for about 2 hours, or until the meat is tender. Stir occasionally. |
| 3 | Serve the savory giblets hot, accompanied by a side of rice to soak up the delicious flavors. Enjoy the taste of Louisiana right in your own kitchen! |
Notes:
- For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken livers in the seasoning mixture for about 30 minutes before cooking.
- Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of cayenne pepper according to your taste preferences.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a balanced meal.
Give this recipe a try and savor the rich flavors and aromas of this classic Louisiana dish! It’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen, just like it has been for generations of cooks before you.
