Easy Paleo Chicken Liver Recipe (Keto, Whole30, AIP) (2024)

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By: Cristina Curp, FNTP

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This easy Paleo Chicken Liver Pate is a must-try. A flexible and nutrient-dense pate recipe that can be made with bacon and beef or duck fat and chicken! Liver is nature’s multi-vitamin and this recipes cooks up in one skillet and then you blend it and store it. It’s savory and creamy and the seasonings mask the gamey liver flavor. The ideal intro to organ meat recipe. (1)

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3 Health benefits of pate

4 Easy Paleo Chicken Liver Recipe (Keto, Whole30, AIP)

The best easy paleo chicken liver recipe

For those of us who actually enjoy the stuff… this easy chicken pate came out great! I have not eaten pate in some time, but I have always liked it. For some reason, I always thought it something over my head. While It’s actually pretty basic, the ingredients, are … not so much.

Traditional pate was made with duck livers. Really, any liver will do; The Paleo Mom will argue that grass-fed beef liver is best. I could not find any. Seriously. 3 different grocery stores (even Whole Foods) and no beef liver. But I did find ORGANIC chicken livers! Now, had they been conventional, I would have passed.

Then, what? Game changer… duck fat! Yes, please! Especially from Mary’s Farm. Love their chicken and duck! Bacon fat or ghee (not AIP) will work well too!

I have since made this Easy Liver Pate, which is so easy, various ways and I will explain those variations next!

So… want to get all (not so) fancy with it? I’ll show you how!

Different ways to enjoy this paleo chicken liver pate recipe:

  • I have now tried EASY LIVER PATE with bacon fat & apple cider vinegar (instead of duck fat and balsamic) and it works great!
  • I also made this with beef liver, using 1 pound, 3 tablespoons bacon fat and added in 1 cup of mushrooms to the onions. Also used apple cider vinegar and fresh rosemary in this combo and it turned out delicious… actually, my favorite to date.

Health benefits of pate

The Paleo Mom, who’s a doctor, says that “Compared to the muscle meat we are used to eating, organ meats are more densely packed with just about every nutrient, including heavy doses of B vitamins such as: B1, B2, B6, folic acid and the very important vitamin B12. Organ meats are also loaded with minerals like phosphorus, iron, copper, magnesium, iodine, calcium, potassium, sodium, selenium, zinc and manganese and provide the important fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. (2,3)

Organ meats are known to have some of the highest concentrations of naturally occurring vitamin D of any food source. Organ meats also contain high amounts of essential fatty acids, including arachidonic acid and the omega-3 fats EPA and DHA.” Need more reasons… read this article “Why Everyone Should Eat Liver”.

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Easy Paleo Chicken Liver Recipe (Keto, Whole30, AIP)

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  • Author: Cristina Curp
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 14
  • Total Time: 29
  • Yield: 18 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Sautee
  • Cuisine: AIP
  • Diet: Gluten Free

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Description

Delicious EASY liver pate!

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup duck fat or bacon fat (see variations above)
  • 4 cloves of garlic
  • 1 sweet onion
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 pound liver (chicken or beef, diced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs, or 3 teaspoons fresh rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. In a sauce pan or large skillet, on medium-low heat melt fat.
  2. Small dice onion, garlic & celery and add to skillet.
  3. Saute for 5 minutes until tender, moving often, then add in the mushrooms, if you are using them.
  4. Add in livers and cook stirring often for 8 minutes. Stir in the salt and herbs, you want the livers to remain pink in the middle.
  5. Add vinegar, stir and remove from heat.
  6. Carefully transfer all of it to a Vitamix blender.Blend until smooth.
  7. Transfer to ramekins or mini mason jars.You can top with some bacon fat & more herbs.
  8. Close lid tightly and refrigerate.What you won’t eat within 5 days, freeze.This pate can be eaten on the same day, but will be much better in a day or two!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/18th of recipe
  • Calories: 74
  • Fat: 4
  • Carbohydrates: 3
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 6

Keywords: EASY LIVER PATE

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41 Comments

  1. Sarah says

    Hi Cristina! Quick question- is the celery required in this recipe? What am I missing out on if I omit? Anything I could use instead? Thanks! Can’t wait to try this!

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    • Cristina Curp, FNTP says

      It adds volume and some flavor but nothing that will be sorely missed, you can leave it out, the recipe will yield a little less

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  2. Danielle Chappell says

    I’m new to eating liver and this is delicious! This recipe will def help me get more iron into my diet! Thanks so much!!

    Reply

  3. Anne Marie says

    This is amazing! Finished up the first batch and must have more! Dermatologist recommended getting my iron higher to combat COVID hair loss, so I’ve made this a lunch time treat. Off to get more liver…..

    Reply

  4. Julie-Ann says

    So delicious. I licked the bowl clean 😂

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  5. Stephanie says

    My 7 year old son said “this is a masterpiece” and my two older, liver-hating children liked it too! Well done!

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    • Stephanie says

      Side note; it was made with moose liver 🇨🇦😊

      Reply

    • Cristina Curp, FNTP says

      LOVE THIS COMMENT!

      Reply

  6. Sorina Riscuta says

    It’s my favourite liver pate recipe and I come back to it over and over again. I have also made it with beef liver. Cristina’s recipes are simply amazing !

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Easy Paleo Chicken Liver Recipe (Keto, Whole30, AIP) (2024)

FAQs

Is chicken liver good for autoimmune? ›

Organ meats, or offal, are the most concentrated source of just about every nutrient, including the vitamins and minerals that are frequently lacking in those with autoimmune disease. (Sara Ballantyne, “The paleo Approach”,194-196).

Is chicken liver ok on a keto diet? ›

Yes it is. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), 1 cup (140 grams) of chicken liver only has 9.07 g of carbohydrates. A typical serving 85 g (3 ounces) only contains 5.51 grams of net carbs making this organ meat perfect for anyone on a keto diet weight loss journey (6).

Is chicken liver good for weight loss? ›

High in protein, low in fat - paleo diet followers tend to love foods like chicken liver, because they are high in protein and low in fat - making them a perfect choice for weight management, fitness training diets, or just generally healthy eating!

What is a super food for autoimmune? ›

Making foods that are high in omega 3s and protein — such as salmon, walnuts, chia and hemp seeds — a regular part of your diet can help relieve painful symptoms. Shop for wild salmon to top your salad and add chia and hemp seeds to smoothies.

What are the disadvantages of chicken liver? ›

Here are some possible drawbacks of eating large amounts of liver: High cholesterol. Liver is high in dietary cholesterol. While many people can eat high-cholesterol foods without a problem, people trying to lower their cholesterol or who take cholesterol medications should watch their intake.

Is keto tough on the liver? ›

Your liver breaks down fat and converts it to energy and cholesterol. A high-fat diet like the keto diet can cause fat to build up in your liver and lead to fatty liver disease. Animal studies suggest the keto diet can cause non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD, and raise liver enzyme levels.

Does cooking chicken liver destroy nutrients? ›

Even liver cooked in a combi oven or grilled (which resulted in significant folate losses) showed much higher folate content, 455-631 µg/100 g and 612-715 µg/100 g, respectively, than the most folate-abundant plant foods.

Is ketosis safe for liver? ›

The mild dietary ketosis, such as that which is experienced during the Weight Loss phase of the Lean for Life program, is not harmful to individuals with a normal, healthy, functioning liver.

What is the healthiest way to eat chicken liver? ›

Preparing chicken livers with little or no added fat and with a little salt is the healthiest way to have them. You can pair them with boiled, blanched or fresh greens to make a wholesome meal.

How to eat chicken liver for weight loss? ›

Here are some suggestions on how to include it in your diet: Pan-frying it: Liver works well when pan-fried with onions. Using it in Spaghetti Bolognese: Liver can be chopped or minced and then mixed with regular ground beef. Calf or chicken livers work best.

What foods help burn belly fat? ›

Five foods that may help burn belly fat include:
  • foods with soluble fiber like fruits, vegetables, and legumes.
  • foods with protein like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy.
  • fatty fish like tuna and salmon.
  • foods with probiotics like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi.
  • green tea.

What is a serving size chicken liver? ›

For this reason, eating a regular 150-gram serving of chicken liver once or twice per week is more than enough to experience all the benefits it offers. Key Point: Consuming large and frequent amounts of chicken liver could potentially cause vitamin A toxicity. A portion once or twice per week should cause no issues.

What are the macros in cooked chicken liver? ›

Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, simmered, 1 container (cooked, yield from 400g raw liver)
Protein (g)62.62
Total lipid (fat) (g)16.67
Carbohydrate, by difference (g)2.23
Energy (kcal)427.52
Sugars, total (g)0
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Are fried chicken livers good for you? ›

A chicken liver provides a healthy dose of iron and zinc. Iron enables your body to use oxygen efficiently and to make new red blood cells. This mineral also plays a role in cell division and the health of your immune system. An iron deficiency can cause fatigue, decreased oxygen and a weakened immune system.

Are chicken livers good for inflammation? ›

100 grams of chicken liver contains 116 calories, 85 of which come directly from protein. The quality of chicken liver protein is also impressive. It's a complete protein that's especially rich in the antiviral, anti-inflammatory amino acid lysine.

What autoimmune disease eats the liver? ›

Autoimmune hepatitis is when your body's infection-fighting system (immune system) attacks your liver cells. It is a long-term chronic liver disease that causes inflammation and liver damage. Experts don't know what causes it, but it is more likely to appear in people living with other autoimmune conditions.

Is the liver good for immune system? ›

Beef liver is a nutritious food item naturally high in protein, vitamins, nutrients, and minerals. The nutritional properties of beef liver can benefit the immune system, tissue repair, and energy production. Beef liver is a cheap and readily available meat known for being healthy and nourishing.

What does eating chicken liver do to your body? ›

A chicken liver provides a healthy dose of iron and zinc. Iron enables your body to use oxygen efficiently and to make new red blood cells. This mineral also plays a role in cell division and the health of your immune system. An iron deficiency can cause fatigue, decreased oxygen and a weakened immune system.

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