Sustaining Chicken Liver & Herb Pâté
A rich, protein-packed pâté made with pasture-raised chicken liver to prevent dizziness from under-eating during Whole30 resets. This french-inspired whole30 (high-protein) ready in about 27 minutes pairs (trimmed) chicken liver, grass-fed butter, (finely minced) shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz (trimmed) chicken liver
- 2 tbsp grass-fed butter
- 1/2 cup (finely minced) shallot
- 1 tbsp (chopped) fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp avocado oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp grass-fed butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced shallot and cook for 3 minutes until translucent and golden, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
- Step 2: Add trimmed chicken liver, 1 tbsp fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 3/4 tsp sea salt, and 1 tbsp coconut aminos. Cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking up livers with a spoon until no longer pink and tender.
- Step 3: Transfer mixture to a food processor, add 1 tsp avocado oil, and blend for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth. Cool to room temperature before serving with sliced bell peppers.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sustaining Chicken Liver & Herb Pâté take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sustaining Chicken Liver & Herb Pâté?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (trimmed) chicken liver from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sustaining Chicken Liver & Herb Pâté?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sustaining Chicken Liver & Herb Pâté for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sustaining Chicken Liver & Herb Pâté high-protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Love how the French come through in every bite.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
