Easy Hearty Boiled Chicken Gizzard Recipe In 1 Hour

Today we make a savory hearty boiled chicken gizzard recipe. It is incredibly easy, relatively quick, and can be used in many different ways.

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Ways To Cook Gizzards – Why We Are Making This Boiled Chicken Gizzard Recipe

Believe it or not, but there are actually tons of different ways you can cook gizzards. All of the techniques will make them soft, tender, and super juicy. And, virtually none of the techniques are even that difficult.

People have a big misconception about gizzards and cooking with offal. It isn’t gross. It’s what you make of it. The only reason it isn’t as popular in Western cuisine is because people are too scared to try it. But we are here to change your mind!

The easiest way to cook chicken gizzards would be in a soup or stew. Any technique where they are left to boil and become tender and juicy.

If you want to try a more advanced cooking method for this ingredient, you can also saute them. Many people also love deep-fried crispy gizzards. These techniques are still very easy, but you have to concentrate on what you are doing. It is easy to overcook them with dry-heat cooking methods.

Today, we decided to keep it basic. This boiled chicken gizzard recipe is very easy to make and can be used as a base for many other dishes.

We decided to keep it simple to allow more people to get to know this ingredient. It is still extremely flavorful and tender.

If you’d like to serve these boiled gizzards on their own, do so over some rice or creamy pasta. Even with some roasted vegetables!

Variations on this recipe

The recipe we will be making today is extremely flavorful as-is. But, some people may need more convincing than regular boiled gizzards.

So, the recipe had been developed to be extremely flexible. It can be used as a base to make gizzard soup, stew, casserole, and curry. These are only the first and easiest examples we could think of.

To make these you just need to add the vegetables and spices of your choice. These will help you develop flavor and get the consistency you want.

What You Need To Make This Boiled Chicken Gizzard Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds chicken gizzards
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Sprig of rosemary
• Sprig of thyme
• 2 cups chicken stock

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mixing bowls
• Cutting board
• Knife
• Paper towel
• Medium saucepan
• Mixing spoon or spatula

Step by step instructions

Step 1: Prepare the gizzards

First, we will look at how to clean a chicken gizzard. First, start by making sure that your working area is clean. That includes the counter, chopping boards, tools, and your hands. You can also work with gloves.

If you use frozen gizzards, make sure they are completely thawed. Work carefully as they can be slippery.

Rinse the gizzards under cold running water to remove any debris or blood.

Cut the gizzard lengthwise into two pieces with one clean cut. Hold it firmly to avoid deforming the shape.

Step 2: Wash the gizzard halves

Under cold running water, wash the inside of the gizzards. This process may take a couple of minutes to do as the inside of a gizzard is filled with debris that isn’t safe to eat.

So, take the time to do this properly. Use your fingers to separate areas and rinse in the smallest nooks and crannies.

Step 3: Trim the lining

After you are sure that the gizzards are cleaned, you can cut away the whitish-yellow lining.

You can also sometimes easily peel it away effortlessly with your hands.

Once the lining has been removed, pat the gizzards dry before you start the cooking process.

Step 4: Soak the gizzards

Sprinkle some salt and pepper over your prepared gizzards. Leave them to sit in a bowl for at least 10 minutes. But, we prefer leaving them for a couple of hours. This depends on the amount of time you have.

The salt tenderizes the gizzards, extracts the excess moisture, and helps add flavor back into the seasoned liquid.

Step 5: Make the boiled liquid base

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Then, add the onions and allow them to sweat for 5 minutes. Next, add the garlic and fry it for a minute or so. This is when you can add other spices if you’d like.

Next, add the gizzards and allow them to brown for a couple of minutes. Add more oil if needed.

Step 6: Boil the gizzards

Once they are browned, add the herbs and chicken stock. Bring the liquid to a boil over high heat.

Reduce the heat and allow the gizzards to simmer for about 30 minutes, covered.

Once cooked, you can serve the gizzards immediately or incorporate them into another dish.

Expert Tips And Tricks

• The inside of the gizzard may be brown or black. This color is caused by the matter inside it. This color is completely normal and the gizzards are still safe to eat.
• If you want to prepare the gizzards in advance, that’s perfectly fine. Make sure that they are dry before storing them in an airtight container in the fridge. Only keep them for a day or two once they are thawed and prepared.
• The longer you soak the gizzards in salt and pepper, the more flavorful they will be. This mixture also helps create uber-tender gizzards. You can leave them in the fridge overnight if you’d like.
• How long do you boil chicken gizzards? The exact time varies. Work on 30 minutes initially. the gizzards will be ready once they are uber-tender and soft.

Preparations Times And Servings

Preparation Time	Cooking Time	Servings
20 minutes	30 minutes	4

In Conclusion – A Savory And Easy Boiled Chicken Gizzard Recipe

As you can see, the process in preparing gizzards for this boiled chicken gizzard recipe isn’t nearly as complex as some people make it out to be. It’s easy and makes a delicious meaty accompaniment.

Let us know what you think about this dish and how you like to serve it!

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