Although this quick and easy chicken liver pate recipe has a really rich and luxurious flavour, it’s surprisingly cheap to make. Chicken livers can be found in most large supermarkets either fresh or frozen. If you buy frozen ones allow them to defrost thoroughly and pat dry with kitchen paper before using. Once made the pate will keep in the fridge for 2-3 days or it can be frozen for up to one month.
Ingredients
- 50g butter
- 2 small shallots, peeled and finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed
- 450g chicken livers, thawed if frozen, chopped
- 2tbsp dry sherry
- 5tbsp double cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1tbsp capers, drained and rinsed
- Finely crushed walnuts, to garnish
- Toasted bread, to serve
WEIGHT CONVERTER
Method
- Heat the butter in a frying pan until just melted, add the shallots and garlic and fry gently for 5-6 mins until softened but not brown.
- Add the chicken livers to the pan and cook over a medium heat for 5 mins. Stir in the sherry and double cream and simmer for a further 1-2 mins until the chicken livers are no longer pink. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Cool the mixture for 10 mins then place in a food processor and blend until almost smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the capers. Cover and leave to cool completely then chill for 1-2 hrs before serving on toasted bread garnished with crushed walnuts.
Top Tip for making Chicken liver pate
Instead of the sherry you can add a splash of brandy or some freshly squeezed orange juice.
GoodtoKnow Newsletter
Parenting advice, hot topics, best buys and family finance tips delivered straight to your inbox.
-
Herby chicken with Romesco sauce
Herby chicken flavoured simply with oregano with a rich Romesco sauce - which makes a great dip.
By Jessica Ransom Published
-
Chicken with cannellini beany mash
Our chicken with cannellini beany mash costs £3.50 for two portions and takes just 5 minutes to prep
By Rose Fooks Published
-
Chicken pittas
Jazz up your kids' lunch times by preparing these healthy chicken pittas. Full of flavour but only 62 cals per serving, they're perfect for lunchboxes or a weekend treat
By Jessica Dady Published
-
Chocolate orange hot cross buns
These chocolate orange hot cross buns are covered with a thick layer of hazelnut chocolate spread. The kids are going to love them...
By Rose Fooks Published
-
Annabel Karmel's trio of vegetables with tomato and basil
Suitable for six months plus, this baby food by nutritional expert Annabel Karmel is made with a whole heap of veggies...
By Annabel Karmel Published
-
Annabel Karmel's mini beef meatballs with carrot and apple
Follow Annabel Karmel's simple recipe for mini meatballs for weaning babies and toddlers - ideal for making ahead and freezing...
By Annabel Karmel Published
-
Kate Middleton has reportedly ‘FaceTimed’ her kids everyday while in hospital as Prince William holds down the fort at home
The Princess of Wales is recovering from surgery in The London Clinic
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Here's why popcorn isn't for toddlers - brave mum shares warning over 'harmless-looking' snack that can be a go-to
You might think twice about handing your child the snack after a brave mum shares her ordeal
By Selina Maycock Published
-
These pumpkin-shaped pizza pockets are the perfect Halloween-themed snack - and you only need 4 ingredients to make them
4 ingredients and 20 minutes to make these pumpkin-shaped pizza pockets - just in time for Halloween!
By Ellie Hutchings Published