Italian Style Giblets

Delight in the rustic charm of **Italian Style Giblets**, a hearty dish that transforms humble chicken giblets into a savory masterpiece brimming with Mediterranean flavors. This recipe combines tender hearts, livers, and gizzards with a fragrant medley of sautéed onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Simmered in a robust sauce of dry white wine, diced tomatoes, and a touch of tomato paste, it's elevated with fresh rosemary, parsley, and a hint of red chili flakes for subtle heat. Ideal served over creamy polenta or alongside crusty bread, this comfort-filled dish makes the most of simple ingredients while delivering big, bold flavors. Perfect for lovers of traditional Italian cuisine, this recipe is both economical and soul-warming—a must-try for hearty family meals or adventurous culinary enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken giblets (hearts, livers, and gizzards)
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, finely diced
• 150 ml dry white wine
• 400 g canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0 optional cooked polenta or crusty bread (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the giblets thoroughly under cold running water, trimming any excess fat or connective tissue. Pat them dry with paper towels and cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pan. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables become soft and fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the giblets to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned on all sides.

Step 5

Pour in the dry white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, rosemary, and chili flakes. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the mixture simmer gently for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen it.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Italian Style Giblets hot, either over creamy polenta or with slices of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1856.5 grams (1856.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1766

Total Fat 93.60g	120%
Saturated Fat 21.90g	110%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 1858mg	619%
Sodium 3704mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 75.90g	28%
Dietary Fiber 21.00g	75%
Total Sugars 33.10g
Protein 137.70g	275%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 446mg	34%
Iron 49mg	271%
Potassium 3927mg	84%

*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: 49.6%

Protein: 32.5%

Carbs: 17.9%