Best 4 Fried Chicken Livers Moms Recipes

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Craving for a delectable dish that tantalizes your taste buds and evokes nostalgic memories of mom's home cooking? Look no further than fried chicken livers, a culinary delight that offers a crispy exterior and tender, juicy interior. This Southern comfort food is a testament to the culinary skills of mothers everywhere, passed down through generations. In this article, we will embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for fried chicken livers, capturing the essence of mom's cooking and creating a dish that will become a family favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS



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Crispy yet tender fried chicken livers. You either love them or you don't, but don't count them out until you give this recipe a try.

Provided by Kristy Bernardo

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound chicken livers, trimmed and the large ones cut in half (try to get them roughly the same size if possible)
1 1/2 cups buttermilk, divided
1 cup flour (more if you're not using breadcrumbs)
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (optional)
Cooking oil (Avocado, canola, or peanut oil)
coarse salt
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the chicken livers in a colander and rinse them with water. Let them drain for a few minutes, then gently pat them dry with paper towels.
  • Pour 1 cup of the buttermilk into a medium-sized bowl. Add the chicken livers and, using your hands, gently toss them to coat. Place them in the refrigerator for at 30 minutes and (preferably) up to one hour.
  • Pour the remaining buttermilk, the flour and the panko breadcrumbs into three separate bowls or shallow dishes.
  • Pierce each chicken liver gently with a fork.
  • Dip a chicken liver into the buttermilk, then dredge it with flour. Dip it a second time in the buttermilk, then dredge it with the breadcrumbs (or in the flour a second time if not using breadcrumbs), taking care to coat it completely. Place each breaded chicken liver on a wire rack to dry. Let them sit for another 10 minutes after all of the chicken livers are breaded.
  • Pour enough oil into a cast iron skillet that it comes about 1 inch up the sides. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches a temperature of 350F. Carefully drop the breaded chicken livers into the hot oil, just enough so that they aren't crowded. Fry them for about 3 minutes, or until they're nicely browned on the bottom, then flip them over and cook them for another 3-4 minutes on the other side. (Chicken livers should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165F).
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer them to a wire rack to allow any excess oil to drain off (put paper towels under the rack to help with cleanup). Immediately sprinkle them with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining breaded chicken livers.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 428 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 14 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 405 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS



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Mom made them because they are cheap, and now the convenience stores sell them in the South! You must have a fry screen -- these darn things pop and will burn you! Serve with pepper gravy or a packet of chicken gravy.

Provided by Cindy Capps Lepp

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • Place the chicken livers in a colander, and rinse with water. Drain the livers well. Whisk together the egg and milk in a shallow bowl until well blended. Place the flour, garlic powder, and salt and pepper in a resealable plastic zipper bag, and shake to combine.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place the chicken livers in the bowl of egg and milk mixture, and coat each liver. Place the livers, one at a time, into the plastic bag of flour mixture, and shake the bag to coat the each liver completely.
  • Gently place the coated livers, a few at a time, into the hot oil. Cover the pan of oil with a frying screen to avoid getting burned by spatters of oil that will pop out as the livers fry. Deep fry the livers until crisp and golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 458.5 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 86.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

MY MOM'S FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS WITH BACON AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Make and share this My Mom's Fried Chicken Livers With Bacon and Caramelized Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tiz4tggr

Categories     Chicken Livers

Time 1h

Yield 1 Cup, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb fatty smoked bacon
1 lb chicken liver, rinsed and drained (do not pat dry)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 large yellow onion, peeled and sliced thin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter (the real stuff)

Steps:

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  • add onions and 1 tsp salt.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally until onions are deep brown and caramelized.
  • While onion is cooking, fry up bacon in a large skillet.
  • Cook all the bacon and drain on a paper towel, leave drippings in the pan.
  • Mix flour, 1 tsp of salt and 1 tsp pepper.
  • Dredge livers in flour, making sure to coat evenly.
  • Cook livers in bacon fat until all sides are brown and crispy. You may have to do this in batches.
  • Serve with bacon and onions.

DEEP FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS



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Make and share this Deep Fried Chicken Livers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tonkcats

Categories     Chicken Livers

Time 20m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb chicken liver, rinsed and well drained
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 cup flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons pepper (or to taste)
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

Steps:

  • Dip chicken livers in milk-egg wash (blended together).
  • Roll or toss in seasoned flour; shake off excess.
  • Preheat oil to 375F and deep fry around 7 minutes or until done.
  • The remaining milk-egg wash and seasoned flour are good for cut up chicken, cooked by your favorite method (panfried or ovenfried).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1147, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 1798.3, Sodium 7433.6, Carbohydrate 104.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 100.7

Tips:

  • To ensure the livers are cleaned properly, soak them in milk for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help remove any impurities and give the livers a milder flavor.
  • Before frying the livers, coat them in a seasoned flour mixture. This will help create a crispy crust and lock in the flavor.
  • Be careful not to overcook the livers. They should be cooked until they are just cooked through, but still slightly pink in the center. Overcooked livers will be tough and chewy.
  • Serve the fried chicken livers immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular options include mashed potatoes, green beans, and cornbread.

Conclusion:

Fried chicken livers are a delicious and affordable meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of protein and iron, and they are also very easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that your family and friends will love.

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