Indulge in the delectable flavors of fried chicken gizzards, a crispy and savory dish that tantalizes taste buds with its unique texture and irresistible taste. These bite-sized morsels, often overlooked, pack a punch of flavor that will leave you craving more. Whether you prefer a classic Southern-style fry or a spicy kick, this article offers a diverse collection of recipes to satisfy every palate. From the simplicity of seasoned flour to the aromatic blend of herbs and spices, these recipes provide a range of options for creating the perfect fried chicken gizzards. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will elevate this humble ingredient to a culinary delight.
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SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN GIZZARDS
These flavorful gizzards are always requested at football and holiday parties. I don't know if anyone would show up if I didn't make them. The extra time boiling before frying makes a huge difference in making them tender. Definitely save the broth in the freezer!
Provided by pnutmommy
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Chicken
Time 3h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the chicken gizzards, celery, onion, bay leaves, and 1 teaspoon of celery salt into a saucepan, and pour in enough water to cover the gizzards by 1 inch. Bring the gizzards to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Pour in more water during simmering, if needed, to keep gizzards covered. Remove the gizzards to a bowl, discard the celery and onion, and reserve the broth.
- Season the gizzards with 1/2 teaspoon of celery salt, the seasoned salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, and hot sauce, stirring to combine well. Pour 1/3 cup of the reserved broth over the seasoned gizzards, and refrigerate for 30 minutes or more, stirring often. (Save or freeze the remaining broth for another use, if desired.)
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Place the flour in a plastic bag, and pour in the gizzards with their seasoning. Shake the bag to thoroughly coat the gizzards with flour. Gently lower about 1/4 of the gizzards per batch into the hot oil, and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes per batch. Drain the gizzards on paper towels, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 189.5 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 594.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
FRIED CHICKEN GIZZARDS
These country-fried gizzards are yummy!
Provided by ambersch1983
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Trim excess fat and gristle from chicken gizzards. Rinse under cold running water.
- Place gizzards in a pot of cold water. Bring water and gizzards to a rolling boil; continue to boil for about 15 minutes. Strain gizzards using a colander. Allow to cool.
- Meanwhile, combine the flour, seasoned salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a plastic bag. Shake well to combine.
- Preheat vegetable oil in a skillet with a lid over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Thoroughly coat gizzards with flour mixture and shake off excess. Gently lay the coated gizzards in the hot oil. Cook until brown. Reduce heat to medium; cover skillet with lid and cook another 10 minutes. Remove to paper towels to drain.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 284.7 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 761 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
MOM'S FRIED CHICKEN GIZZARDS
If I had to choose my last meal, it would be my mom's fried chicken gizzards, with mashed potatoes and gravy. Mom still makes them for me every year on my birthday (and on special request!) People either love gizzards or hate them.. For those of us who LOVE them.. here is the recipe that I live for. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by tlea73
Categories Chicken
Time 3h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 2-3 hours prior to cooking. In a large bowl or dutch oven, place gizzards, water and 2 Tbls salt. Let soak. (This draws out that bloody/organ taste). Change salty water every 1/2 hour to hour, for 2-3 hours.
- Drain gizzards. Place drained gizzards on paper toweling, and pat dry.
- Salt and Pepper both sides of the gizzards.
- In a large zippy bag, place flour and salt and pepper.
- In your favorite chicken frying pan (I use Grandma's old cast-iron skillet), melt enough shortening to get 1/4" in the pan.
- Place a handful of gizzards in flour baggie. Shake.
- Remove gizzards from baggie. Shake off excess flour mix.
- Gently place gizzards in the hot shortening. Cover with lid ajar. Cook for 5 mins on Medium-High heat, or until browned.
- Turn gizzards, and cover for another 5 mins or until browned.
- (Pleae note: Gizzards will fry better if cooked in batches. Place cooked gizzards in the oven on 'warm' or 200 degrees, between batches.).
- Enjoy!
PAM'S TENDER FRIED CHICKEN GIZZARDS
I grew up liking chicken gizzards so I occasionally have a yen for them. I like them tender, but fried golden brown and crispy. It is hard to get those two descriptions at the same time. If you like them too, try my method and see if you can resist eating more than you should. Yum
Provided by Pam Ellingson
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Place gizzards into a medium saucepan, and cover with water by about an inch. Add salt and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium and boil, covered, until tender. Check after about 45 minutes, and if they are not tender, continue to cook in about 15 minute increments, testing after each.
- 2. When tender to your liking, remove from heat and let cool. (You can do this one day and refrigerate the gizzards in a zip type bag with the juice from boiling to finish later.) When ready to finish, whisk the egg and milk together in a bowl, set aside. Mix the coating ingredients in a pie plate or other shallow container. Heat the frying oil in a 10 to 12" skillet over medium high heat. (It needs to be hot (375°F) but not smoking)
- 3. Remove the gizzards from the liquid and place in the bowl with the egg mixture. Stir until gizzards are all coated and then remove from egg and dip into crust mixture, making sure they are well coated.
- 4. Carefully place the coated gizzards into the hot oil and turn the temperature down to just above medium. Fry until golden on one side, turn and fry on the other side. (Since they are already cooked, this will not take as long as actually cooking them) Remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain, sprinkle with additional salt if needed. Let cool slightly and serve.
AIR-FRIED POPCORN CHICKEN GIZZARDS
A healthier take on fried chicken gizzards. Boiling them first helps break down the muscle and tenderize them.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cut gizzards into bite-sized pieces and add to the boiling water. Boil for 30 minutes. Drain.
- Combine flour, seasoned salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne in a flat plastic container. Snap the lid on and shake until combined.
- Add gizzards to the seasoned flour. Snap the lid back on and shake until evenly coated.
- Place beaten egg in a separate bowl. Dip each gizzard piece into the beaten egg and then place back in the seasoned flour. Snap the lid on and shake one last time. Let sit for 5 minutes while the air fryer preheats.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place gizzards in the basket and spray the tops with cooking spray. Cook for 4 minutes. Shake the basket and spray any chalky spots with more cooking spray. Cook for 4 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 330.8 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 434.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
MY MISSISSIPPI BOY'S DEEP FRIED CHICKEN GIZZARDS
We southern girls & guys just love us some fried chicken gizzards. My husband Roy is from Mississippi and he just loves some down home deep fried chicken gizzards. This is just plain goodness. Enjoy these crunchy, smokey & tasty bites of the south. Cooking with Passion, sw:)
Provided by Sherri Williams
Categories Chicken
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. marinate chicken gizzards in ingredients 2-4 for 8-12 hours.** i prefer overnight, the buttermilk will help tenderize the gizzards**
- 2. drain chicken livers. in a mixing combine all the breading ingredients. place breader in in mixing bowl or bag. bread chicken gizzards...make sure you coat the gizzards evenly
- 3. heat deep fryer to 320 degrees. deep fry for 4-6 minutes or until golden brown. gizzards cook fast. drain on paper towels
- 4. plate up and serve with your favorite hot sauce! **if you wish, you can simmer the chicken gizzards in some water with a little salt, garlic powder & hot sauce for 10-15 minutes. cool, bread then fry**
MOM'S FRIED CHICKEN GIZZARDS RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by kdet
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 2-3 hours prior to cooking. In a large bowl or dutch oven, place gizzards, water and 2 Tbls salt. Let soak. (This draws out that bloody/organ taste). Change salty water every 1/2 hour to hour, for 2-3 hours. Drain gizzards. Place drained gizzards on paper toweling, and pat dry. Salt and Pepper both sides of the gizzards. In a large zippy bag, place flour and salt and pepper. In your favorite chicken frying pan (I use Grandma's old cast-iron skillet), melt enough shortening to get 1/4" in the pan. Place a handful of gizzards in flour baggie. Shake. Remove gizzards from baggie. Shake off excess flour mix. Gently place gizzards in the hot shortening. Cover with lid ajar. Cook for 5 mins on Medium-High heat, or until browned. Turn gizzards, and cover for another 5 mins or until browned. (Pleae note: Gizzards will fry better if cooked in batches. Place cooked gizzards in the oven on 'warm' or 200 degrees, between batches.). Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose fresh gizzards: Fresh gizzards should be plump and have a light pink color. Avoid gizzards that are slimy or have a foul odor.
- Clean the gizzards thoroughly: Remove any excess fat or connective tissue from the gizzards. Cut them into bite-sized pieces, and rinse them well under cold water.
- Marinate the gizzards: Marinating the gizzards in a mixture of buttermilk, eggs, and spices will help to tenderize them and add flavor.
- Use a well-seasoned skillet: A well-seasoned skillet will help to prevent the gizzards from sticking. If you don't have a well-seasoned skillet, you can season it by cooking a few tablespoons of oil in it over medium heat for a few minutes.
- Cook the gizzards over medium heat: Cooking the gizzards over medium heat will help to ensure that they are cooked evenly and thoroughly.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet: Overcrowding the skillet will prevent the gizzards from cooking evenly. Cook the gizzards in batches if necessary.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Garnish the fried gizzards with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Fried chicken gizzards are a delicious and affordable snack or appetizer. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are new to cooking or a seasoned pro, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give fried chicken gizzards a try. You won't be disappointed!
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