Chicken Liver Mousse Recipe

Name: Chicken Liver Mousse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces chicken livers, cleaned, rinsed, and patted dry; Salt, pink peppercorns, for seasoning; Grapeseed oil or canola oil, for searing; 1 shallot, finely minced; 4 sprigs thyme, leaves only; 1 teaspoon chopped marjoram; Zest of 1 lemon; 1 tablespoon cognac; 1/4 cup heavy cream, warm; 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Servings: persons

6 ounces chicken livers, cleaned, rinsed, and patted dry
Salt, pink peppercorns, for seasoning
Grapeseed oil or canola oil, for searing
1 shallot, finely minced
4 sprigs thyme, leaves only
1 teaspoon chopped marjoram
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon cognac
1/4 cup heavy cream, warm
3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

1
Season chicken livers with salt and freshly ground pink peppercorns.
2
Heat a large saute pan coated with oil over medium heat.
3
Add chicken livers and sear lightly on one side.
4
Immediately add the shallots, thyme and marjoram.
5
Continue to cook together for 2 minutes or so.
6
Flip the livers and sear for an additional 1 1/2 to 2 minutes until the livers are firm and pink in the center.
7
Add lemon zest and cognac, and cook until it is nearly dry.
8
Transfer immediately to a blender, pour in the cream and blend on medium speed, gradually adding the butter.
9
Blend until completely smooth.
10
Pour mixture into ramekins or jars.
11
Cover with plastic wrap, lightly pressing the wrap to the surface of the mousse so that it doesnt oxidize.
12
Chill in the refrigerator until set, roughly 4 to 6 hours.
13
This can be made a day in advance if needed.

432

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces chicken livers, cleaned, rinsed, and patted dry, Salt, pink peppercorns, for seasoning, Grapeseed oil or canola oil, for searing, 1 shallot, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Chicken Liver Mousse falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chicken Liver Mousse

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