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Chicken Livers with Bacon

I've always loved how bacon transforms simple ingredients into something crave-worthy. These chicken livers get wrapped in smoky bacon after a quick dip in a tangy mustard-olive mixture, emerging from the oven perfectly bite-sized. I often make them for gatherings, and they disappear fast, proving organ meats can be irresistible on a keto plate.

15 min Prep time 20 min Cook time 35 min Total time 4 Servings 350 Calories
Chicken Livers with Bacon

Ingredients

  • pound chicken livers, rinsed and trimmed
  • cup prepared yellow mustard
  • (4 ounce) can chopped black olives, drained
  • pound bacon
  • toothpicks

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    First, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C) so it's ready when the livers are wrapped. Then, in a mixing bowl, I stir together the yellow mustard and chopped black olives until they form a coarse, tangy paste. Take each trimmed chicken liver and dip it into the mustard mixture, ensuring it's coated on all sides. Next, wrap a slice of bacon around each liver, trying to cover as much surface as possible. I use toothpicks to secure the bacon ends, which also helps them hold shape during baking. Place the wrapped livers in a single layer in a baking dish—a little space between them allows the bacon to crisp up nicely. Slide the dish into the oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the bacon is browned and the livers feel firm to the touch. If you like extra-crispy bacon, you can broil for a minute at the end, but keep a close eye. Let them cool slightly before serving, as the toothpicks will be hot. These make a fantastic hot appetizer straight from the oven.

Chef's Tip

I've found that patting the chicken livers very dry before dipping helps the mustard mixture stick better and prevents excess moisture from steaming the bacon. Also, slightly overlapping the bacon ends under the toothpick gives a neater wrap.

Storage Tips

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness; avoid the microwave, as it makes the bacon chewy.

Variation Tips

For a spicier kick, mix a teaspoon of sriracha or cayenne into the mustard blend. If you're not a fan of olives, replace them with finely chopped pickled jalapeños for tangy heat. These wraps also pair wonderfully with a side of creamy coleslaw to round out a keto lunch.

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