Portuguese Chicken Livers & Rice

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Portuguese Chicken Livers & Rice - A Traditional Delight
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 lb chicken liver
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
salt and pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
2/3 cup minced onion
1 clove garlic , minced
1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
3 cups chicken broth ( canned okay )
3/4 cup tomato sauce ( canned okay )
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
564
Sugar
4g
Fat
44g
Portuguese Chicken Livers & Rice is a traditional dish that is beloved in Portugal and beyond. Chicken liver is a popular ingredient in many cultures as it is a cheap and readily available source of protein. Chicken livers also contain many essential nutrients, including iron, vitamin A, folic acid, and vitamin B12. This recipe uses simple ingredients to bring out the rich flavor of the chicken liver and the aromatic herbs. The tomato sauce in this recipe adds a tangy flavor that complements the richness of the liver. This dish is perfect for a hearty meal or a family dinner.

Instructions

1.Clean and trim the chicken liver, season with salt and pepper.
2.In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Fry chicken liver for 5 minutes and set aside.
3.In the same pan, add butter or margarine and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic over low heat until onion is soft and fragrant.
4.Add rice to the pan and stir for 5 minutes until the rice is coated with the onion mixture.
5.In a separate pan, bring broth, tomato sauce, dried basil, and dried oregano to a boil. Pour the mixture into the rice pan and stir well.
6.Add the chicken liver to the pan and cook over low heat for 15 minutes. Let the rice sit covered for another 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

This traditional Portuguese dish is flavorful and filling, perfect for a hearty meal.

Chicken livers are a good source of iron and other important nutrients.

This recipe is easy to make and uses simple, readily-available ingredients.

CONS

Chicken livers are high in cholesterol and should be consumed in moderation.

This dish may not be suitable for those with liver or kidney diseases as it contains a high amount of organ meat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken livers are a good source of protein, iron, and other essential vitamins and minerals.
Iron is important for red blood cell formation and oxygen transport throughout the body.
This dish also contains antioxidants from the tomato sauce and herbs, which may help protect against chronic diseases.

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