Quick Cheap Pate

Elevate your appetizer game with this easy and budget-friendly recipe for Quick Cheap Pâté—a creamy and decadent spread made with simple, affordable ingredients. Perfect for both casual snacking and elegant entertaining, this recipe transforms humble chicken livers, onions, garlic, and a splash of inexpensive cooking wine into a velvety-smooth pâté bursting with rich, savory flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, it’s a time-saving treat that tastes gourmet. Optional fresh thyme adds a hint of herbaceous elegance, while butter and cream ensure a luxuriously creamy texture. Serve it on crisp toast or buttery crackers and watch it disappear! Ideal for budget-conscious foodies seeking indulgence without the hefty price tag, this pâté is as impressive as it is accessible.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams chicken livers
• 100 grams butter
• 1 medium onion
• 2 units garlic cloves
• 60 milliliters cheap cooking wine (red or white)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cream or milk
• 0 toast or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the chicken livers under cold water, carefully trim off any connective tissue or fat, and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 3

Melt half the butter (50 grams) in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken livers to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned on the outside but still slightly pink in the center.

Step 6

Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the cooking wine and stirring. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated.

Step 7

Season the mixture with thyme (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Transfer the contents of the skillet to a food processor or blender. Add the remaining butter and cream (or milk) to the mixture.

Step 9

Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Transfer the pâté to a serving dish or small ramekins. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and firm up.

Step 11

Serve chilled or at room temperature with toast or crackers of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	634.6 grams (634.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1622

Total Fat 139.00g	178%
Saturated Fat 66.20g	331%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.10g
Cholesterol 1057mg	352%
Sodium 6102mg	265%
Total Carbohydrate 42.70g	16%
Dietary Fiber 4.60g	16%
Total Sugars 13.10g
Protein 39.30g	79%

Vitamin D 116IU	580%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 856mg	18%

*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: 79.2%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 10.8%