Hungarian Chicken Livers

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of Hungarian Chicken Livers, a hearty and flavorful dish that celebrates paprika-spiced goodness. Tender chicken livers are sautéed with a medley of vibrant red and green bell peppers, sweet onions, and fragrant garlic, then finished with a luscious sour cream sauce that’s delicately seasoned with traditional sweet Hungarian paprika and earthy cumin. This quick-cooking recipe, ready in just 40 minutes, is perfect for weeknight dinners or an easy weekend comfort meal. Serve this Hungarian classic with crusty bread, creamy mashed potatoes, or atop egg noodles to soak up every drop of the savory sauce. Bold, satisfying, and brimming with authentic flavors, Hungarian Chicken Livers are a must-try for fans of international cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken livers
• 1 large onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Clean the chicken livers by removing any connective tissue and set them aside in a bowl.

Step 2

Finely dice the onion, and thinly slice the red and green bell peppers. Mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the red and green bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes until they’re slightly tender.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Sprinkle the sweet Hungarian paprika and ground cumin over the vegetables. Mix well to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.

Step 7

Add the cleaned chicken livers to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper, then cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until the livers are browned on the outside but still tender on the inside.

Step 8

Lower the heat and stir in the sour cream. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve warm with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or over egg noodles for a complete Hungarian-inspired meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1064.5 grams (1064.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1581

Total Fat 119.20g	153%
Saturated Fat 44.20g	221%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.30g
Cholesterol 1649mg	550%
Sodium 7658mg	333%
Total Carbohydrate 59.40g	22%
Dietary Fiber 13.50g	48%
Total Sugars 26.20g
Protein 73.00g	146%

Vitamin D 200IU	1000%
Calcium 258mg	20%
Iron 31mg	172%
Potassium 1992mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.9%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 14.8%